Meta and Google found liable in US social media addiction trial

A Los Angeles jury has delivered a verdict in a landmark social media addiction trial, finding Alphabet’s Google and Meta liable for $6 million in damages.

The case centered on a 20-year-old woman who alleged that she developed an addiction to social media apps at a young age due to their platform design. The plaintiff claimed that the companies’ actions contributed to her addiction.

According to court records, the jury has found both Google and Meta liable for the damages. Meta has stated that it intends to appeal the decision.

The trial was notable for its focus on the impact of social media on mental health and addiction. The case is likely to have implications for future lawsuits related to social media use.

Details of the verdict are as follows: a Los Angeles jury has found Google and Meta liable for $6 million in damages. The companies will need to consider the consequences of this decision, including potential appeals.

Further information on the trial and its outcome can be obtained through official court records or statements from the parties involved.

Source: Al Jazeera