A recent legal ruling against major tech platforms is raising new questions about accountability for social media’s impact on young users. As featured by a recent episode of WXXI’s Connections with Evan Dawson, attorney Scott L. Malouf discussed a case in which companies like Meta and YouTube were found liable for fostering addictive behaviors in children. The verdict could signal a broader shift in how courts evaluate the design and influence of digital platforms. Legal experts say it may open the door to more lawsuits targeting the industry’s role in user harm.
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