Jury Finds Meta and YouTube Liable in Social Media Addiction Case
A jury has found Meta and YouTube negligent in a lawsuit alleging harm from addictive platform designs. The companies were ordered to pay $3 million in damages to a plaintiff. This marks a significant ruling as it's the first jury trial addressing these claims against social media giants.
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Google's YouTube has settled a lawsuit concerning social media addiction among teenagers. The terms of the settlement were not immediately disclosed, but the case highlights ongoing concerns about the impact of online platforms on young users.
Jury rules against Meta and YouTube in social media addiction case
A Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube negligent in a lawsuit concerning social media addiction, ordering them to pay $3 million in damages to a plaintiff who claimed harm from addictive features during her childhood. Meta was found responsible for 70% of the compensatory damages, with YouTube covering the rest. This case is significant as it's the first time a jury has heard testimony and seen internal documents regarding allegations that social media platforms harmed minors due to their design.
Meta And YouTube Lose Social-Media Addiction Lawsuit
A California jury found Meta and YouTube liable in a lawsuit alleging their platforms contributed to a young adult woman's social media addiction and mental health issues. The companies were found negligent in their design, failing to warn users of risks, and causing substantial harm. Meta was assigned 70% of the $3 million compensatory damages, with YouTube responsible for the remaining 30%.
