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Determining Ownership Rights of Social Media Accounts

This article provides guidance on the standards courts apply in determining ownership rights over social media accounts, as well as best practices to head off such disputes before they occur.

8 minute read April 01, 2024 at 12:07 AM
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Dyan Finguerra-DuCharme, Felicity Kohn and Abla Belhachmi
Determining Ownership Rights of Social Media Accounts

Social media accounts are important commercial assets because they reach a loyal consumer base committed to the brand, frequently with low, if any, associated marketing cost. The ownership of these accounts has become fodder for litigation when business relationships break down.

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