We help families hold social media companies accountable.
Free case review. No cost unless we win.
Unchecked exposure to social media can lead to serious emotional and mental health struggles.
“Hiring Sokolove Law was one of the best decisions we've made. They're an extremely knowledgeable firm, and they legitimately care. We never felt alone.”
Social Media Litigation Update • August 2026
$17.1 BILLION
Placeholder · figure pending legal
Meta has agreed to pay $17.1 billion in a guaranteed base settlement to resolve claims brought by dozens of states alleging its platforms harmed and addicted children.
An additional $2.4 billion is potential and contingent upon Meta fully adopting promised safety features for users under 18.
Placeholder · Meta building photo — third-party mark, rights TBD
Placeholder · results disclaimer required with this block, at comparable prominence
$6 Million Jury Verdict Placeholder · pending legal
A Los Angeles jury previously found Meta and YouTube liable in a social-media-harm case involving a young user.
Thousands of Cases Moving Forward
Federal and California proceedings continue involving claims against major social platforms.
Individual Claims Remain Active
The recent government settlement does not resolve individual families' cases.
If your child experienced serious mental-health harm associated with social media use, you may have legal options.
Google & YouTube are registered trademarks of Google LLC, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. SNAPCHAT is a registered trademark of SNAP INC. Facebook, Instagram & Messenger are registered trademarks of Meta Platforms, Inc. ROBLOX is a registered trademark of Roblox Corporation. DISCORD is a registered trademark of Discord Inc.
