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As investigative reporters, we’re trained to observe the details others miss. As social media investigators, we know that silence doesn't always mean inactivity, especially when it comes to jurors.    At Social Slooth , we offer ongoing monitoring of empaneled jurors, litigants, witnesses, and other critical figures during a case. Why? Because courtroom rules don’t always translate into digital compliance.    In a recent monitoring assignment, we were asked to keep an eye on

LinkedIn is often viewed as a digital resume board or a recruitment tool, but for legal professionals, its real power lies in intelligence gathering.  Whether you're involved in litigation, compliance, due diligence, or investigations, LinkedIn offers a unique and often underutilized window into the professional world of individuals and organizations.  Here’s how legal teams are using LinkedIn beyond basic networking:  Mapping Professional Relationships.  LinkedIn reveals who

AI is dominating headlines in the legal sector, and for good reason. In the past two weeks, two major AI-driven legal tech startups announced massive funding rounds: Harvey AI  is in talks to raise more than $250 million , pushing its valuation to $5 billion  just two years after launching ( Reuters ). The company provides AI tools for general counsel teams, helping with tasks like document review, legal research, and compliance workflows. Legora  (formerly Leya) raised $80 m

In an age where nearly everyone leaves a trail of digital breadcrumbs, social media has become a powerful source of insight—if you know what to look for. As an investigative researcher, I’ve spent countless hours combing through posts, likes, shares, check-ins, reviews, and hashtags. One thing I’ve learned: not all data is created equal.  Here are the top five indicators that social media content is actually  useful —the kind of content that can inform meaningful decisions in

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, like, and share—can tell us a lot about their beliefs, biases, and decision-making habits. By using Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), attorneys and jury consultants can get a clearer picture of who’s sitting in the jury box. But what can someone’s digital footprint really reveal?  Getting to Know a Juror Through Their Online Life   People te