Social Media ADDICTION Lawsuit: Jury Finds META Algorithms HARMFUL to Kids!
Climate Change, Environment, Science and the Law
Release Date: 04/01/2026
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info_outlineThe verdict is in. In one of the first major trials in the social media addiction litigation, juries have now ruled — and the implications are massive. In this episode of Cut to the Chase, Steve Smith returns to break down what just happened in the Meta lawsuit, including verdicts in both New Mexico and Los Angeles, and what they reveal about how social media platforms are designed. This is no longer theory. The courts have now recognized that these platforms may be engineered for addiction — and that harm to children is real.
What You’ll Learn:
What the Meta lawsuit verdict actually proved
Why this case focuses on algorithms — not content
How platforms are designed to maximize engagement and dependency
The role of Section 230 and why it may not apply here
What this means for future lawsuits across tech (gaming, gambling, etc.)
Why this could become one of the largest mass torts in history
Key Insight: This case isn’t about what users post. It’s about how platforms are built to keep you scrolling — and what happens when that design causes real harm.
Guest: Steve Smith Vice President of Business Development, Broughton Partners
Why This Matters: If you’re a parent, attorney, or even just someone who spends hours a day on your phone, this conversation will change how you think about social media. Because the question is no longer if these platforms are addictive… It’s what happens now that it’s been proven.
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