Social Media Laws - The 5 Ws

This comprehensive program examines the rapidly evolving legal landscape surrounding social media platforms, analyzing recent regulatory developments at both state and federal levels. The course traces the evolution of social media from an unregulated space to an increasingly scrutinized sector, with particular focus on youth protection, privacy concerns, and artificial intelligence content regulation. Through examination of precedent-setting cases and emerging legislation, participants will gain essential insights into current legal frameworks and future regulatory trends.

Designed for attorneys practicing in technology law, privacy, personal injury, and regulatory compliance, this program provides critical analysis of developing social media regulations and litigation trends. Special emphasis is placed on state initiatives protecting minors, federal security concerns, and emerging products liability and wrongful death claims involving social media platforms.

Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze the evolution of social media regulation through examination of key legislative and litigation developments
2. Evaluate current legal frameworks governing social media platforms, including COPPA, state restrictions, and federal security measures
3. Assess emerging litigation trends in social media law, including products liability and personal injury claims
4. Implement strategies for advising clients on compliance with evolving social media regulations while anticipating future legal developments