...Some things we do every day that look completely harmless…
Let’s look at a few everyday statements that may deserve a little more caution:
1. “I WAS ONLY JOKING!” 😂
Yes jokes are not meant to be taken serious but Omo ...Not every joke is legally harmless o...
Words can sometimes have legal consequences depending on what was said, who it was about, how it was communicated, and the circumstances
For example, making a false statement that damages another person's reputation may raise issues of defamation...
So before you say, “Abeg, I was just joking!” 😭
Remember: your intention to joke does not automatically erase the possible consequences of what you said...
2. “NA MY PHONE, I FIT POST ANYTHING.”
Yes, na your phone...But wait fess 🌚... the fact that you own the phone doesn't mean every piece of information you come across is automatically yours to publish
...Other people's privacy, reputation, personal information and other legal rights may come into play.
So before you post that screenshot, picture, private conversation or personal information…
Ask yourself:
“Would I be comfortable if somebody did this to me?”
3. “HE DEY OWE ME, SO I COLLECT MY OWN.” 😭
Omo… please don't turn yourself into a one-person court, police station and enforcement agency. 😂
Someone owing you money does not automatically give you the right to seize their property by force or take matters into your own hands.
There are lawful ways of pursuing debts.
Your money may be yours, but that doesn't mean every method of recovering it is lawful
4. “JUST SIGN HERE, I TRUST YOU.” ✍🏽😂
This one deserves a whole lecture!
That tiny signature you're casually putting on a document can have BIG legal consequences.. I remember my roommate telling me someone begged her to help sign and fill a form in the bank recently, God save her she didn't 😅 boya them for don carry her by now...
A document can create rights, duties and obligations depending on its terms and the circumstances surrounding it.
So please…
READ BEFORE YOU SIGN
“It's just a form” today can become:
“Wait… who signed this thing?” tomorrow and honestly you go explain tire then 😭😂
5. “MAKE I POST AM, EVERYBODY MUST KNOW.” 🌚
The internet is fast.
Unfortunately, legal consequences can also move very fast. 😂
Before posting about someone, especially when making an allegation or sharing their personal information, pause and think...
Is it true?
Is it necessary?
Could it violate someone's rights?
Could it expose you to legal consequences?
Because deleting the post later doesn't necessarily mean the consequences automatically disappear...
6. "EVERYBODY DOES IT, SO IT CAN'T BE A PROBLEM.”
😂Ahhh! This one is dangerous.
The fact that something is common doesn't automatically make it lawful and that brings me to the funny thing We often say:
“Nothing will happen.”
Until something happens. 😭😂
...Honestly, The law is not only something we meet in a courtroom just has many people thought 😩... It can show up in our contracts, social media posts, business dealings, relationships, conversations and everyday decisions..
And honestly, you don't have to be a lawyer to start understanding the law..
Sometimes, knowing what not to do can save you from a problem you never expected...
Knowing your rights is good, Knowing your responsibilities is even better... Cos u no want hear say them carry anybody o 😅 na money to chop I still dey find... I no get money for case...🥱
Now tell me...
Which of these have you heard someone say before or which one did you genuinely think was harmless until now? 😂
I remain 👇🏽
JÉSÙLADÉMI ELIZABETH ❤️
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