Spoliation may occur through negligence or intent. In some states, it can be a separate tort. Most importantly, it can cause big problems in defending or pursuing a claim.
The explosion of online “social media” can make valuable information readily available from your desk—that is, if you know where and how to look for it.
Millions use social media sites for networking, but these sites are also gaining prevalence as vital tools in investigations—that is, if they are used correctly.
Millions use social media sites for networking, but these sites are also gaining prevalence as vital tools in investigations—that is, if they are used correctly.
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