"The finding validates a novel legal theory that social media sites or apps can cause personal injury. It is likely to factor into similar cases expected to go to trial this year, which could expose the internet giants to further financial damages and force changes to their products."
"Kaley spent 16 hours on Instagram. Kaley said, 'I wanted to be on it all the time. If I wasn't on it, I felt like I was going to miss out on something.'"
A jury awarded $3 million in damages to a 20-year-old woman, Kaley G.M., who claimed that Meta and YouTube's addictive designs caused her mental health issues. The trial included testimony from Mark Zuckerberg and lasted over a month. The jury's decision marks a significant legal precedent, validating the theory that social media can cause personal injury. The plaintiff reported severe addiction to Instagram and YouTube, leading to depression and anxiety. Further deliberations will determine potential punitive damages against the companies.
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