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7 Tips to Navigate Social Media Ethics for Lawyers

Practice Panther

Ass’n , the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a Facebook friendship between a judge and an attorney, by itself, isn’t sufficient for disqualification. ABA Rule 3.5(b) b) prohibits ex parte communication with jurors unless authorized by a court order or law, including attempts to access their private social media profiles.

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

While the sterile confines of a courtroom and the stringent guidance of legal professionals aim to cultivate impartiality, the permeation of technology in daily life presents ongoing challenges. The consequent debate on juror honesty underscores potential weaknesses in the jury selection mechanism.

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

While the sterile confines of a courtroom and the stringent guidance of legal professionals aim to cultivate impartiality, the permeation of technology in daily life presents ongoing challenges. The consequent debate on juror honesty underscores potential weaknesses in the jury selection mechanism.