Social media can feel like a normal place to share updates after an accident, but those posts can create problems during a personal injury claim.
Holder Susan Slusher helps people in Columbia, Missouri, and surrounding Missouri communities with personal injury and related legal matters. For more than 20 years, the firm has protected clients’ legal rights with clear guidance, honest counsel, and direct support during stressful situations.
When you are dealing with injuries, medical appointments, missed work, and insurance questions, the last thing you want is for an innocent post to be used against you. Understanding how social media and legal claims can overlap can help you avoid mistakes while your case is pending.
Photos or Videos That Downplay Your Injuries
Insurance companies may look for posts that make your injuries seem less serious. A photo of you smiling at dinner, attending an event, or doing a light activity may not show the pain you felt before or after, but it can still raise questions.
Even casual posts can get taken out of context. It is often safer to avoid sharing photos or videos until your claim is resolved.
Comments About the Accident
Try not to post about how the accident happened, who you think caused it, or how you feel about the other person involved. Statements like “I didn’t see them coming” or “I’m okay” can create issues later, even when you did not mean them literally.
Your attorney can help you decide what should be shared, when to share it, and with whom.
Medical Updates or Recovery Details
You may want to keep friends and family updated, but public posts about pain levels, treatment, or recovery can complicate your personal injury claim. Insurance adjusters may compare your posts to medical records or use vague comments to question your case.
A better option is to share updates privately with trusted people instead of posting them online.
Check-Ins, Tags, and Friend Posts
Your own posts are not the only concern. Location check-ins, tagged photos, comments from friends, and shared videos can also become part of an insurance company’s social media review.
Ask friends and family not to post about your accident, injuries, or activities while your case is active. Even with privacy settings, screenshots and shared posts can still reach people outside your intended audience.
Talk to a Personal Injury Lawyer Before Posting
A personal injury claim can already feel stressful without worrying that a post will be misread. Holder Susan Slusher works with clients throughout Missouri, including Columbia, Moberly, Fulton, and Boonville.
Before you post about your accident, injuries, or recovery, it may help to speak with a lawyer who understands how insurance companies review claims. To discuss your case, call Holder Susan Slusher at 573-499-1700 to schedule a case review.