Technology-Facilitated Abuse Webinar Series
- OVW Approved?
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Yes
- Description
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Brand-new, cutting-edge webinar series dealing with both emerging technologies and laws regulating those technologies. Attendees are asked to participate in all three webinar sessions as each session will build upon the prior session(s).
Webinar Session 1: Introduction to Technology Facilitated Abuse
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. ET/1:00-3:00 p.m. CT/12:00-2:00 p.m. MT/11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. PT
In this introductory session, you will receive an overview of different types of technology facilitated abuse you may encounter when representing survivors in civil cases, including deepfakes, spoofing, doxing, the nonconsensual distribution of intimate images, electronic surveillance, and other forms of online harassment and stalking abuse. The presenters will discuss remedies that might be available, and strategies civil lawyers may use to help survivors address harm that has occurred and prevent future harm.
Webinar Session 2: Gathering Technology Facilitated Abuse Evidence
Date: May 6, 2026
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. ET/1:00-3:00 p.m. CT/12:00-2:00 p.m. MT/11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. PT
Presenting evidence is a critical part of proving that technology facilitated abuse occurred, and lawyers will need to keep up with evolving forms of technology-related evidence and the best methods of collecting and preserving them. During this session, you will learn tips for effectively gathering evidence and increasing the likelihood of its admissibility in court. Topics will include working in partnership with your client to collect evidence, educating the court, and anticipating and addressing objections before they occur.
Webinar Session 3: Litigating Cases Involving Technology Facilitated Abuse
Date: June 10, 2026
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. ET/1:00-3:00 p.m. CT/12:00-2:00 p.m. MT/11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. PT
The final session of the series will examine the challenges of litigating technology facilitated abuse and discuss special considerations for bringing these cases to trial. The presenters will examine the importance of effectively telling the client’s story and presenting evidence in a trauma-informed way. You will also receive guidance on evidence authentication, order enforcement preventing the perpetrator from continuing to abuse using technology, and considerations for safety planning after the court case has concluded.