Social media addiction can be life-altering, often requiring extensive treatment to overcome. If you’ve been affected, you may be entitled to compensation—but you don’t have to face this process alone. Our social media addiction lawsuit lawyers are ready to stand up to the platforms and fight for the compensation you deserve. Plus, we work on a contingency-fee basis, so you don’t pay unless we win your case.
At GED Lawyers, one of our team members will review your claim at no cost or obligation. Our product liability lawyers know how devastating addiction can be on sufferers and their families, so we stop at nothing when we fight for you. Learn more about your rights and the social media company’s obligations during your free consultation today.
Why Choose Ged Lawyers to Handle Your Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
Social media claims fall under product liability law, which can be confusing, especially for those without legal experience.
Recovering damages in complex claims like these can be challenging and time-consuming on your own. Our product liability team can take on all the moving parts of your claim so you can focus on getting better.
We Will Document Your Addiction and the Toll it Took on Your Life
Social media companies are represented by insurance companies that will demand both proof of your addiction and its link to your social media use.
To present a well-documented claim, we will collect evidence that:
- Shows how much time you spend on social media channels
- Demonstrates subsequent changes in your behavior
- Documents decreased ability to function at work or in school
- Otherwise establishes your addiction’s impact on you
To establish these things, we may speak to your friends and family members.
We will also work closely with you and with your healthcare team to prove the toll of your addiction.
We Will Build a Team of Experts to Support Your Social Media Addiction Case
Proving social media addiction negatively impacted your life can require more than legal knowledge and experience. Our team will consult with physicians, addiction experts, and psychologists, bringing together all the experts your claim needs to report their findings and support your right to compensation.
Learn more about how our social media addiction lawsuit attorneys build a winning team for you. Contact our case evaluation team at Ged Lawyers today.
How Our Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Lawyers Handle Insurance Companies
Our law firm has a history of taking on large insurance companies and winning. We have recovered more than $26 million for our clients and will fight for maximum compensation for you. To take the burden of dealing with the insurance company off your shoulders, we will:
- Communicate on your behalf: The insurance company will twist anything you say against you. We protect you and your claim from misunderstandings and misinterpretations by speaking with all involved parties for you.
- Represent you during negotiations: We will field settlement offers, weigh their pros and cons, and make appropriate counteroffers. We also advise you on the final settlement decision, which is always yours to make.
- Handle court filings and insurance paperwork: Our team members will obtain, complete, and submit insurance claims forms and any required court documents. We also manage any related deadlines to protect your right to compensation.
Leave the insurance company to us. We will handle the insurer and the adjuster while fighting for the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Our Entire Team Is Committed to Exceptional Client Service and Support
Our team handles all the following when building your case for compensation:
- Conduct mock trial sessions
- Prepare you for deposition sessions if the defense requests them
- Describe the potential timeline and what to expect along the way
To provide the client service you deserve, we offer evening and weekend availability. We also have a multilingual team fluent in Spanish, Arabic, Creole, Greek, Portuguese, Russian, and Turkish.
You Pay Nothing Upfront for Our Help
No one should forego legal representation when they need it most. At Ged Lawyers, we believe exceptional service means no upfront fees or out-of-pocket costs for our clients. Instead, we offer contingency fee representation, which means we only get paid if you win.
Contact the GED Lawyers team to learn more about the client-friendly fee structure our social media addiction lawsuit lawyers offer.
Why Social Media Companies Are Being Sued in Addiction Lawsuits
Victims and their families are suing social media companies, alleging that they intentionally designed their platforms to encourage addiction. Many of these lawsuits have been consolidated into multidistrict litigation in the United States District Court, Northern District of California. MDL 3047 alleges:
- These social media platforms are defective due to their deliberate design that maximizes end-user screen time.
- The product’s design encourages addictive behavior in all age groups, particularly adolescents.
- Those addicted to these apps experience physical and emotional trauma and even death in some cases.
If you are a victim of social media addiction or the parent of an addicted teen or young adult, you could be entitled to compensation. Our law firm will help you prepare your claim and pursue the appropriate party.
We Are Pursuing Compensation From Multiple Social Media Companies
Many social media companies and their parent companies are facing financial liability for individuals suffering from addiction to their platforms. Some of the social media companies we pursue on your behalf can include:
- Meta: Meta Platforms, Inc. is the parent company of popular social media outlets Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
- ByteDance: ByteDance Ltd. is the parent company of the social media app TikTok, which has over 2 billion users.
- Alphabet Inc.: This is the parent company of Google and YouTube.
- Snap Inc.: This company owns Snapchat.
Our social media addiction lawsuit lawyers are preparing mass tort claims against all these companies. With a free consultation, you can learn more about your opportunity to hold the platform (or platforms) that caused your addiction liable. Contact a team member to get started immediately.
We Can Recover the Costs of Your Mental Healthcare
Social media addiction can have complex and long-lasting physical and mental health effects. The treatment you need to restore your mental health can be costly, so the claim we build for you will include compensation for the cost you have incurred to date and anticipated treatment needs, including:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Personalized talk therapy
- Inpatient therapy services
- Outpatient therapy services
- Copays
You deserve access to the care outlined in your treatment protocol, and we are committed to securing it for you through the settlement negotiation process. Our goal is to ensure you receive the compensation necessary to cover both your immediate and long-term needs.
Beyond obtaining the mental healthcare you require, we also pursue additional compensation to address the financial, physical, and emotional impact of addiction. This may include coverage for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages, such as:
- Current and future medical bills
- Lost income, both present and future
- Loss of future earning potential
- Physical pain and suffering
- Wrongful death damages, if applicable
By advocating for these forms of compensation, we strive to help you move forward with the resources and support you deserve.
Every injury claim will have a unique monetary value, and each plaintiff in a mass tort claim can request a compensation package tailored to them. Our case assessment team will work closely with you to create a detailed list of your recoverable damages and compile the documents that prove their financial value.
Frequently Asked Questions About Social Media Addiction and Social Media Addiction Lawsuits
Smartphones, tablets, and laptops are everywhere you look these days and serve a variety of purposes. Because their use is so prevalent, it can be hard to know—or even effectively monitor—social media use. Our law firm can help if you are concerned about your or a family member’s potential dependence on social media.
What Are the Symptoms of Social Media Addiction?
Addiction can be hard to spot at first. Consider getting professional support and legal guidance if you notice any of the following symptoms:
- Excessive time spent on social media apps
- Constantly checking or refreshing the apps
- Basing your self-image on social media’s influence
- Ignoring other responsibilities to focus on social media
- Relying on social media as an escape from real life
- Anxiety or depression if you cannot access an app
- Joy or elation that centers around social media usage
- Losing track of time due to social media interaction
Signs of addiction can also include symptoms of withdrawal if you try to break your dependency alone. Withdrawal symptoms include restlessness and irritability when you are not using the app.
What Are the Side Effects of Social Media Addiction?
Social media addiction can quickly derail your life and lead to isolation and low self-esteem. It can foster a negative self-image in the following ways:
- Frequent comparisons to others, particularly influencers
- Feelings of inadequacy or anguish when you do not meet self-imposed expectations
- Frequent exposure to negative posts, remarks, and other forms of online harassment
- Sleep disturbances caused by an inability to disconnect from social media, even to sleep
- Potential exposure to online physical, emotional, and financial predators
Succumbing to social isolation could separate you from your usual lifestyle and keep you from engaging in previously enjoyed hobbies and activities. It could negatively impact your career and educational goals.
Can Social Media Addiction Be Treated or Cured?
The severity of your addiction will dictate the components and length of your treatment protocol. Treatment can include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy that addresses thought patterns
- Dialectical behavior therapy that focuses on behavior modification
- Psychodynamic therapy that addresses emotional responses
- Group therapy sessions that provide exposure to a support network
Treatment options can include inpatient and outpatient services. Your healthcare team can help you choose the appropriate treatment protocol for yourself, your child, or another loved one.
Continue treatment until your doctor releases you from care. The social media company(s) we name in your claim can be compelled to compensate you for all necessary treatment.
What Can Parents Do to Support Teenage Social Media Addiction Victims?
Watching your teen fall victim to social media outlets designed to addict them can be hard as a parent. According to Mayo Clinic guidelines, to protect them from excessive use, you can:
- Set usage rules and limitations.
- Leverage privacy settings as needed.
- Monitor their social media accounts.
- Have regular talks with your child.
- Encourage frank communication.
- Set an example with your own use.
- Discourage oversharing personal details.
- Encourage face-to-face friendships.
Our social media addiction lawsuit attorneys can also provide resources and help for your teen. Contact the GED Lawyers team for more information.
Do I Have to Join the Mass Tort Case?
A mass tort is a legal action that allows multiple individuals harmed by the same defendant—such as a social media platform or tech company—to seek compensation for their injuries. Many mass tort cases are consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) to streamline pretrial proceedings.
You have the choice to join the MDL or file an individual lawsuit, and our team is here to guide you through the best option for your case.
The Critical Importance of Meeting the Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Statute of Limitations
All states have statutes of limitations that define how much time you have to file your lawsuit. If you misunderstand, misinterpret, or otherwise fail to meet the filing deadline, the court could bar you from filing your lawsuit at all.
If that happens, you may have no available legal avenue that compels the liable party to compensate you. Our social media addiction lawsuit attorneys will determine what time limit applies to you and file your lawsuit for you—on time and in the appropriate legal venue.
Get Legal Support From Our Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Attorneys
If you are struggling with social media dependency or struggling to help a loved one manage their addiction and regain control of their life, our law firm can help you seek justice and compensation. We will investigate your claim, consult relevant experts, and fight for the compensation you need and deserve.
Learn more about the benefits of turning to our social media addiction lawsuit lawyers for legal guidance. Contact our team at GED Lawyers to explore your financial recovery options. Remember, you pay nothing to get started and only pay us if we win your case.
