 Facebook is a public social network, and employers think they have the right to view the information on Facebook.  One signs the ‘fine print’ allowing the future employer to search background history.  The information found on Facebook represents who you are; it should not make or break any employers decision to hire, anymore than seeing the applicant in person would or calling their references.

Just because one’s friend does/has done drugs - does not mean the applicant has. One is not responsible for their friends comments, or other information posted on their Facebook page.

 It is worth the challenge in court because it’s an illegal invasion of privacy. If it is not stopped here, who knows what else employers are going to ask for.  Employers going through your private messages on Facebook is a lot like them reading your mail or cell phone messages. How much further will they go?

 Freedom of Speech  Freedom of speech is the freedom to speak without censorship and/or limitation The past is the past. People change. The right to speak, or otherwise communicate, one's opinion without fear of harm or prosecution.

 It would be worth taking this to court if employment with the company was denied for reasons such as, a friend’s actions or personal opinions.  Sites like Facebook have become very popular and are not going to disappear anytime soon. This issue needs to be dealt with if it continues.

 This hacking can be positive for individuals who create their profile to highlight their level of education, work experience, personal interests, or anything else that might be a company asset.  In this case, individuals that have better profiles in comparison to other potential employees have a better chance in landing that job.