Social media platforms are intentionally designed to maximize user engagement, especially among teens. With features like infinite scroll, algorithmic content loops, autoplay, and push notifications, companies like Meta (Instagram and Facebook), (TikTok), and Snap (Snapchat) created a product that is psychologically addictive. 

This design has led to widespread harm among young users, including: 

  • Depression and anxiety 
  • Self-harm and suicidal thoughts 
  • Eating disorders and body dysmorphia 
  • Emotional trauma and social withdrawal 
  • Death by suicide 

The Social Media Addiction MDL (Multi-District Litigation), centralized in federal court in California, now includes over 2,300 cases. Keller Postman is representing individuals and families who have suffered as a result of compulsive platform use. 

The Dangers of Social Media Addiction 

Targeted Design: Social media companies use persuasive technology that manipulates developing adolescent brains, often resulting in dependency, compulsive behavior, and psychological distress.  

Internal Research Ignored: Companies like Meta have known for years, through internal studies, that their platforms harm teen users. Instead of making meaningful changes, they concealed this research and continued prioritizing profits. 

Real-World Impact: Plaintiffs in this litigation include families of teens who developed severe mental health conditions or died by suicide after prolonged exposure to social media. 

How Keller Postman Is Taking Action 

We are taking a comprehensive and compassionate approach to helping thousands of victims by filing lawsuits on behalf of teens, young adults, and their families. Our team is committed to building strong, evidence-backed cases grounded in expert medical analysis, mental health evaluations, and internal company records.  

Claims Against Social Media Companies Include: 

  • Defective Product Design: Platforms were intentionally built to addict young users 
  • Failure to Warn: Companies failed to notify users or parents about the known mental health risks 
  • Negligence and Fraud: Many lawsuits allege deliberate concealment of internal research and negligent disregard for user safety 

Compensation for Victims 

If you or your child has been harmed by social media addiction, you may be entitled to compensation for: 

  • Medical and Mental Health Expenses: Therapy, hospitalization, medications, or inpatient treatment 
  • Pain and Suffering: For emotional trauma and psychological injuries 
  • Wrongful Death Claims: Funeral costs, emotional loss, and other survivor benefits 
  • Lost Wages and Future Earning Capacity: If the addiction disrupted your ability to work or attend school 

If you or a loved one has suffered from the effects of social media addiction, these legal developments may impact your right to compensation. 

Our attorneys are here to help. Contact us today to learn more about your eligibility. 

Reviewed by Ashley Keller, J.D. – Co-Founder & Senior Partner, Warren Postman, J.D., Managing Partner, and Becki Kelton, Legal Nurse Consultant 

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FAQs

Who qualifies for a Social Media Addiction Compensation Claim?

You may be eligible if you or someone in your care experienced significant life disruption due to compulsive social media use. This includes diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, or suicidal ideation linked to platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or Snapchat.

Compensation depends on the severity of harm and how the addiction impacted daily life. Claims may include medical treatment costs, therapy, lost income, emotional suffering, or, in the most serious cases, wrongful death damages.

Yes. Legal deadlines vary by state and type of case. Acting quickly improves your chances of filing a valid claim and protecting your rights.

There are no upfront costs. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you only pay if we win your case. Consultations are completely free.