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Can something that was said on facebook be used against me in court

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my ex is taking me to court for something my sister in law said on facebook about my 12 year old childs last name needing to be change, does it really matter what someone else said, if i didn't say it, can he take me to court for that?

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Stuart Address ·
The facts you provide would not seem to offer a real case against you. Of course, anyone can sue anyone for anything; that doesn't mean they will win. You should see a lawyer if you have been sued. As for the general question of whether something said on Facebook can be used against you, YES. People get fired all the time for what their employers see on Facebook and other social media sites. I used social media to prove witnesses are lying to me at depositions and during trial. Everyone should be careful what they put out into the world on social media sites.
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Barry Stein ·
Can he take you to Court because your sister said the child's name should be changed? No. On that specific issue. The gravamen of the claim needs to be reviewed bya competent attorney. The issue may be supported by the sister's statement but it not be the basis for it. I would not take the issue lightly if the matter is filed.
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Ronald Burdge ·
I agree with my colleagues. But what you yourself may say on the internet on any web site can always be used against you in a courtroom so you should always keep that in mind. Also, anything you say on the internet never really goes away or disappears. You should always be careful.
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