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By LegalMatters Staff • People going through a separation or divorce may need someone to talk to, perhaps to vent their frustration with an ex-partner or discuss about how slow and complicated the process can be.
The need to confide in others is understandable, but you should not talk about their divorce on social media, advises Edmonton family lawyer Mark Demas.
“If you want to reach out to friends and families for support during this time, it is best to do that in person or by phone,” says Demas. “That is because posting about your situation on social media outlets such as Facebook or Snapchat may just exacerbate your problems.”
He explains that one of the first places your ex-partner’s lawyer will look for incriminating evidence is on social media platforms. There could be a picture of you having a few beers with friends. Though the image may seem harmless, it may be used against you when the court is deciding on access, especially if there are allegations of substance abuse.
“While you don’t have to avoid using your social media accounts altogether during the dissolution of a relationship, a good degree of caution is necessary,” says Demas.
He advises clients that they can send private messages to trusted connections, but to avoid anything related to the divorce.
“If you need to vent, do it in person over a glass of wine,” Demas says.
