The Legal Issues of Social Media

Social Networking and Web 2.0 usage is on the rise and while these applications are particularly useful, they also present a significant risk to any organization.

The rapid rise of Social Networking sites has assumed a more prominent position for many individuals, both personally and professionally. Most of us are familiar with Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, but there are literally thousands of other similar sites that aim to make us more “social,” all the while expanding our pool of connections, opportunities, and information.

This white paper will:

  • Explore the potential legal issues that can arise from Social Networking activities;
  • Identify the legal statutes for operators of Social Networking sites;
  • Discuss industry-specific legislation and regulatory bodies;
  • Understand the risks that legitimate web sites also bring;
  • Discuss the security, management, compliance and costs of breaches;
  • Review important considerations to solve the problems.

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 The Legal Issues of Social Media US Edition