Case Law
New York Court Limits Defendant’s Access to Plaintiff’s Social Media Accounts in Personal Injury Case
New York Court Limits Defendant’s Access to Plaintiff’s Social Media Accounts in Personal Injury Case.
Court rejects social media evidence submitted by defendants in British Columbia personal injury case
Court rejects social media evidence submitted by defendants in British Columbia personal injury case
Social Media Evidence Used to Prove Plaintiff’s Active Lifestyle in Michigan Personal Injury Case
Social media evidence was used by the plaintiff’s insurance company to prove she had an active lifestyle in Michigan personal injury case.
Louisiana Court Allows Social Media Evidence in Personal Injury Case
After reviewing case law, Louisiana court holds that social media posts are relevant in personal injury case.
Social Media Evidence Used to Support Findings of Fraud in Michigan Personal Injury Case
In Yousif v. State Farm, the plaintiff was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a motor vehicle collision. The plaintiff submitted a claim for benefits that included household replacement services and attendant care. He further alleged that he was bedridden due to the pain and was unable to perform daily activities.
Social Media Evidence Used to Reduce Awarded Damages in California Personal Injury Case
In Sedie v US, the plaintiff was hit by a postal truck when riding a bicycle. The plaintiff claimed that his injuries limited him from working or pursuing his career and sought damages of $2.5 million. Relying on social media evidence, the court found that the plaintiff, despite his injuries, was exaggerating the extent of his pain.