More than 1 in 4 young adults have posted things on social media that they fear may be used against them when it comes to employment, a new FindLaw survey reveals.

Among 18- to 34-year-old social media users, 29 percent say they feared that their photos, comments, or other personal information could come back to bite them – either by causing a prospective employer to turn them down for a job, or by giving a current employer a reason to fire them.

Because of that fear, many have indeed deleted their posts, and have taken action in other ways as well. Here are some of the main highlights from the FindLaw social media survey:

In addition to checking their privacy settings, young social media users may also want to limit the personal information they share online, and think twice before posting anything to social media.

Still, if your social media activity does somehow result in negative consequences at work, it may be wise to consult an experienced employment lawyer to make sure your employer’s action was legal.

Related Resources:

  • 1 in 4 Young Adults Regret Social Media Posts, Survey Says (Mashable)
  • 5 Tips for Safety on Social Media Sites (FindLaw’s Common Law)
  • Is Your Teen Sharing Too Much on Social Media? (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)
  • Ask a Question About Hiring, Firing, and Discrimination in Our Community Forum (FindLaw Answers)

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