Social media is part of everyday life for millions of people. Posting a photo from dinner, checking in at an event, sharing a weekend update, or responding to a friend’s comment can feel completely harmless. After an accident, however, those ordinary activities can create unexpected problems for a personal injury claim. Insurance companies and defense attorneys may look for publicly available information that they believe contradicts an injured person’s account of the accident, physical limitations, or emotional suffering. A single photograph or comment can also be taken out of context and used to raise questions about an otherwise legitimate claim. At Payas, Payas, & Payas, we encourage Florida personal injury clients to be extremely cautious about their online activity while a case is pending. Understanding social media and personal injury claims can help [...]