From a Careless Post to Criminal Liability: Key Risks of Statements on Social Media

EPAM Law invites you to take part in the business seminar «From a Careless Post to Criminal Liability: Key Risks of Statements on Social Media».

Event Details

Date: 11 June 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 11:00–13:30 (Welcome coffee from 10:30 to 11:00)
Venue: EPAM Law Office, Nevsky Prospekt 22–24, 4th Floor, Saint-Petersburg

The seminar will be held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online participation available.

We welcome business owners, senior management, heads of legal departments, commercial and financial directors, and information security specialists from major companies to join the discussion.

About the Seminar

In recent months, there has been a growing number of cases where businesses have suffered due to social media posts made by senior managers, employees, or even their relatives. These statements, often posted on personal pages or in comments within private groups, can trigger reputational damage, administrative penalties, and in some cases, criminal proceedings—even for content published years ago.

How can businesses avoid such situations and minimise potential consequences?

During the seminar, EPAM Law’s criminal defence team will review high-profile cases related to inappropriate social media posts and comments. The speakers will also share successful strategies for protecting businesses from related risks.

Programme

Part I – Session: «From a Careless Post to Criminal Liability: Key Risks of Statements on Social Media»

Time: 11:00–12:30

• The impact of public statements on business
• How to mitigate risks linked to social media publications
• Digital hygiene and its role in corporate protection
• Risk management strategies and improving digital literacy
• Case study: analysis of the most high-profile cases
• «Cleaning the record»: methods for removing digital traces and engaging with regulators

Part II – Networking Session and Buffet (for in-person participants)

Time: 12:30–13:30

Speaker

• Andrey Tuzov, PhD in Law, Counsel, Head of the Criminal Law Practice, EPAM Law Saint-Petersburg