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Unique cyber risks your HNW clients’ kids face

Social media sites are fun to use, but especially for the children of HNW clients, theyre rife with frightening, constantly evolving personal risks.

By Fran O'Brien | Updated on June 23, 2016

We love our smartphones and the unencumbered access to social media they provide. However, our negligent use of these technologies can inadvertently lead to lawsuits for libel, defamation, slander and cyberbullying.

Many parents are unaware of the online hazards they and their children confront. Personal litigation for children bullying other children is on an upswing, as are cases involving students writing defamatory comments about teachers and each other. Parents are suing other parents and the school, and schools are suing parents.

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