Has Social Media Harmed Your Child?
Families across New York are pursuing legal action against social media companies for fostering addictive use patterns that have caused serious mental and physical harm to children and young adults.
Free Case EvaluationSocial Media Platforms Are Being Held Accountable
Recent research and legal actions have revealed that excessive use of social media platforms can contribute to serious mental and physical health harms—particularly among children and adolescents. Families are now taking legal action against these companies for their role in designing addictive products while failing to adequately protect young users.
The Damage These Platforms Can Cause
Courts and researchers have identified a range of harms linked to social media use in young people. If your child has experienced any of the following, your family may have a claim.
Depression & Anxiety
Persistent sadness, withdrawal, panic attacks, and severe anxiety disorders
Addictive Use Patterns
Compulsive scrolling, sleep disruption, and inability to disconnect
Body Dysmorphia
Distorted self-image driven by filtered content and unrealistic standards
Eating Disorders
Anorexia, bulimia, and disordered eating linked to social media exposure
Low Self-Esteem
Social comparison, cyberbullying, and erosion of self-worth
Self-Harm & Suicidal Ideation
Exposure to harmful content contributing to dangerous behaviors
Who Can Pursue a Claim
You may be eligible to take legal action if your family's experience includes any of the following:
- Your child or young adult developed mental health issues connected to social media use
- A medical professional has diagnosed depression, anxiety, an eating disorder, or another condition linked to platform use
- Your child engaged in self-harm or expressed suicidal thoughts during or after periods of heavy social media use
- Your child's social media use became compulsive and difficult to control despite attempts to limit it
- Your family has incurred medical expenses, therapy costs, or other damages as a result
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