Google and Meta denied new trial in youth social media addiction case
A California judge has denied requests from Meta and Google for a new trial in a case involving social media addiction among youth. A jury previously found the companies liable for negligent design, awarding $6 million in damages.
Why it matters
This ruling sets a significant legal precedent for how tech companies may be held accountable for the psychological impact of their platform designs on minors.
A California state court judge has denied motions by Meta Platforms and Google’s YouTube seeking a new trial after a jury found the companies liable for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Carolyn Kuhl ruled on the motions on Tuesday, according to court documents.
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