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LinkedIn as a Legal Intelligence Tool: Beyond Networking

LinkedIn is often viewed as a digital resume board or a recruitment tool, but for legal professionals, its real power lies in...

Vicki Maran

1 day ago2 min read

How Does Social Media Research Assist Legal Investigations?

Social media research plays a crucial role in legal investigations by providing valuable, real-time, and accessible information that can...

Vicki Maran

3 days ago3 min read

ChatGPT Can Now Think With Images. Here’s Why That Matters For Your Investigations.

When I first started combining computer science with OSINT work, everything was text-based. If I wanted to analyze a bunch of user...

Noah Britt

May 145 min read

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The Evolution of Digital Evidence: How Courts' Acceptance of Social Media Has Changed Legal Strategy

When social media first entered courtrooms in the early 2000s, judges approached digital evidence with extreme caution. Today, that same...

Jamie Walker

May 83 min read

The Digital Persona: A Window into Juror Psychology

Jury selection has come a long way from just asking a few standard questions in court. These days, people’s online lives—what they post,...

Heather Hernandi

May 63 min read

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What Does a Social Media Investigation Cover?

In today's digital age, social media has become a vital part of both personal and professional life. It's a space where individuals share...

Vicki Maran

Mar 135 min read

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Social Media Investigations of Influencers: Navigating the Digital Age of Scrutiny

In the age of social media, influencers have become more than just content creators—they are powerful figures shaping trends, opinions,...

Vicki Maran

Mar 74 min read

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Knowledge Graphs – The Missing Piece in a Trial Team’s Arsenal

Any trial consultant or lawyer knows that every juror is different. We all have various experiences and interactions that shape our view...

Noah Britt

Feb 283 min read

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The Evolution of Intelligence Analysis in the Digital Age

In a world driven by data, the field of intelligence analysis has undergone a transformative evolution. Modern investigators are no...

Heather Hernandi

Feb 241 min read

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The Role of OSINT in Jury Selection: Leveraging Digital Footprints

In today's digital age, jurors leave behind extensive online footprints that can provide valuable insights into their biases,...

Heather Hernandi

Feb 212 min read

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The Silent Advantage: How Private Investigators Can Read Between the Lines

Private investigators know that words can deceive, but body language rarely lies. Mastering nonverbal communication, reading...

Shanea Brodhacker

Feb 202 min read

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Applying the Fibonacci Square in Social Media Research

The Fibonacci sequence and its geometric representation, the Fibonacci square, are primarily associated with mathematics, nature, and...

Vicki Maran

Feb 192 min read

The Role of Logical Analysis in Social Media Research

In today's digital age, social media research is essential for legal professionals, private investigators, and jury consultants. Social...

Vicki Maran

Feb 113 min read

Seasons of Evidence: A Digital Investigation Guide

The calendar shapes how people live—and share—their lives. At Social Slooth, we’ve observed that the natural ebb and flow of human...

Jamie Walker

Feb 102 min read

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Mastering Social Media Investigations: 10 Proven Search Tactics for Due Diligence and Intelligence

Finding information on common names through social media searches can be tricky, especially since many people share the same or similar...

Vicki Maran

Feb 43 min read

Social Media's Role in Hyperlitigation: A New Frontier in Legal Investigations

The Digital Revolution in Legal Intelligence In today's interconnected world, every lawsuit tells two stories: one in the courtroom and...

Jamie Walker

Feb 42 min read