Google's YouTube settles social media addiction case with teen
The 15-year-old plaintiff's case against three other tech giants begins next month.
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"This matter has been amicably resolved and our focus remains on building age-appropriate products and parental controls that deliver on that promise."
— José Castañeda , Executive
"As jurors saw in the first bellwether trial, leadership at these social media companies have been strategizing for years to hook children early and maximize their usage."
— John Morgan , Other
Key People
Attorney representing R.K.C.
Attorney representing R.K.C.
Spokesman for Google, representing the company's stance on the case.
A 20-year-old plaintiff who experienced severe mental health harms after becoming addicted to social media platforms.
A 15-year-old plaintiff from Florida suing YouTube and other social media platforms.
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The 15-year-old plaintiff's case against three other tech giants begins next month.
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