The Social Media Law Blog is a forum for lawyers, compliance personnel, human resources managers, and other professionals who are struggling with the legal implications of social media across a broad variety of topics. Working professionals and Bloomberg BNA editors may share ideas, raise issues, and network with colleagues to build a community of knowledge on this rapidly evolving topic. The ideas presented here are those of individuals, and Bloomberg BNA bears no responsibility for the appropriateness or accuracy of the communications between group members.
September 28, 2012
by Michael Loatman
A New Jersey assemblyman Sept. 27 introduced legislation to include proper use of social media as a core curriculum topic for students in sixth to eighth grades.
September 24, 2012
New Jersey lawmakers are closer to becoming the latest to approve legislation aimed at reining in demands by employers or educational institutions for social media passwords or access.
September 21, 2012
Lafe Solomon, acting general counsel for the National Labor Relations Board, was the subject of an investigation by the agency's inspector general, and it is possible he may face further scrutiny by the Department of Justice. The IG has said that Solomon reviewed Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s social media policy while holding stock in the company.
September 7, 2012
Florida judges who use Facebook or similar social networking sites may want to consider re-examining their online friends.
COPPA Rule Changes: Be Ready for July 1
States Consider Barring Access to Students’ Social Media Accounts
New Jersey Governor Asks Legislature To Narrow Scope of Social Media Privacy Bill
Claim Fails Against Employee Who Lagged In Updating LinkedIn Page After Firing
LivingSocial Reveals Cyber-Attack, Notifies 50 Million, Says No Credit Data Breached