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Landmark Case Challenges Google, Meta Over Social Media Addiction

3/17/2026

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Story summary

K.G.M. (the plaintiff) pursues justice in a social media addiction case against Google and Meta in Los Angeles.
The case accuses Google and Meta of intentionally designing addictive features harming young users' mental health.
Closing arguments revealed a divide: K.G.M.'s lawyer seeks accountability, while YouTube's lawyer cites no medical evidence for addiction.
The outcome could set a precedent for cases against social media firms, long shielded from liability.

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Story summary

K.G.M. (the plaintiff) pursues justice in a social media addiction case against Google and Meta in Los Angeles.
The case accuses Google and Meta of intentionally designing addictive features harming young users' mental health.
Closing arguments revealed a divide: K.G.M.'s lawyer seeks accountability, while YouTube's lawyer cites no medical evidence for addiction.
The outcome could set a precedent for cases against social media firms, long shielded from liability.