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Why You’ll Want The Lanier Law Firm to Handle
Your Social Media Addiction Lawsuit

Social media companies such as Meta and TikTok don’t care about you or your children. They care about money. When taking on these giants, you’ll need an advocate in your corner with the resources and experience to match.

That’s why you should call The Lanier Law Firm for help with your social media lawsuit. We’re not afraid to take on billion-dollar corporations or powerful defendants. In fact, we do it on behalf of our clients every day.

Mark Lanier

W. MARK LANIER

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RACHEL LANIER

Attorney

The Lanier Law Attorney

MICHAEL A. AKSELRUD

Attorney

Founder Mark Lanier and seasoned product liability attorneys Rachel Lanier and Michael A. Akselrud understand just how devastating the effects of social media addiction can be, and they genuinely care about the clients they represent.

We’re ready to be your family’s most passionate advocate and fight tooth and nail until you’re awarded the compensation you need and deserve.

What is social media addiction?

Social media addiction is characterized by the compulsive urge to spend time on social media. Our brains release feel-good chemicals when we engage on social media. The more we engage, the better we feel. So, we keep coming back for more.

It’s no different than becoming addicted to nicotine, alcohol, or gambling. Over time, it takes increasing amounts of the thing that’s making us feel good to satisfy us. That’s why we begin to experience a compulsive urge to check social media.

While adults can become addicted to social media and experience adverse effects, the most significant problems tend to be seen in kids, teens, and young adults.

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Social Media Companies Know Their Platforms are Addictive — and They Don’t Care

Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, among others, are built to be addictive.

According to Facebook’s former director of monetization, Tim Kendall, Facebook knowingly made its social media platform “as addictive as cigarettes.”

In an interview, Kendall acknowledged that Facebook’s objective is to “get more people to pay attention to your product and to pay attention longer each and every day.” The company created algorithms to make this happen, essentially luring vulnerable and impressionable teenagers onto the platform.

Kendall called Facebook “fundamentally addictive” and admitted that “it’s causing all kinds of mental health issues … [and] eroding aspects of society.”

Kendall’s sentiments were confirmed by Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, who testified before the U.S. Committee on Science, Commerce, and Transportation on October 4, 2021.

In her testimony, she explained that Facebook executives “repeatedly encountered conflicts between its own profits and our safety” and “consistently resolved those conflicts in favor of its own profits.”

Simply put, social media companies knowingly prioritize profits over the health and well-being of their users.

Who can file a social media lawsuit?

Social media lawsuits have taken the nation by storm, with more than 1,200 families (and counting) taking legal action.

You may have the right to file a social media addiction lawsuit if:

  • You spend three or more hours using social media every day.
  • Your social media addiction began before you turned 21.
  • Social media addiction has caused psychological or physical harm that you have sought treatment for.

If your child has become addicted to social media and experienced serious mental health problems or physical harm, you may also have the right to file a lawsuit on their behalf.

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The Lanier Law Firm represented me on a case these past few years. Their sincere concern for my health, welfare, and case was genuine and greatly appreciated. They communicated with me throughout the process, made sure I understood my options and went above and beyond seeking the highest award for my injuries. I would highly recommend their legal services as they truly fulfilled their reputation as one of the best firms in the country.”

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“The Lanier Law Firm is in a class of its own. In addition to Mark Lanier, one of the most talented lawyers who has ever practiced law, the firm has a deep and impressive bench of lawyers capable of handling even the most complex and important litigation. The firm and its lawyers have my highest recommendation.”

 

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Call The Lanier Law Firm to Discuss Your Social Media Addiction Lawsuit

Social media is deliberately designed to be addictive. With addiction comes the risk of serious physical and mental health problems, including suicidal tendencies, eating disorders, and distorted self image.

Whether you’re personally struggling with social media addiction or caring for a teen or young adult who has become addicted, you shouldn’t have to bear this burden on your own.

Social media giants created this epidemic. They must be held accountable. The Lanier Law Firm is ready to stand beside you and fight for the justice you deserve.

We’re continually recognized as some of the most compelling, compassionate, and successful trial attorneys in the nation. Now we’re ready to invest our considerable experience and resources in your social media addiction lawsuit.

Call our law office in Los Angeles, California, to get started. You’ll have limited time to take action, so it’s important to reach out to our compassionate legal team as soon as you can.

We’re standing by 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call to schedule a free consultation today.

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