Be careful what you say online because it may come back to hurt you. Unfortunately, too many people don't heed this advice and this time an attorney has forever harmed his reputation because of unprovoked online posts. Florida Assistant State Attorney Kenneth Lewis was suspended for posting online inflammatory messages about the city of Orlando in wake of the tragic nightclub terrorist attack. His comments violated his employer's social media policy.
It appears that Mr. Lewis has been investigated for previously posting inappropriate online comments. Just because you have a right to say something doesn't mean its a good idea to do so. For years, people have felt less inhibited to attach their names to very incendiary online comments because its so easy to do so from the comfort of your own home. Unfortunately, many people don't realize that comments meant for just friends or family may be seen around the world in just seconds.
Will Mr. Lewis be passed over for promotion because of this issue? Will Mr. Lewis' online comments encourage his employer to terminate his employment for this or other behavior? Will his online activities hurt his ability to transition to another employer?
In the Digital Age, it is imperative to understand how the Internet may help or harm your personal and professional reputation.
Copyright 2016 by Bradley S. Shear, Esq. All rights reserved.
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