Meta settles social media addiction lawsuit before Los Angeles trial starts
Meta has reached a settlement with an 18-year-old plaintiff in a social media addiction case just before jury selection began in Los Angeles.
Settlement avoids upcoming trial
The agreement allows Meta to skip the scheduled court proceedings set for next month. An attorney representing the Mississippi teenager announced the deal on Friday. Snap remains the only other defendant facing the lawsuit.
Plaintiff details alleged harm
The 18-year-old woman claims she stayed awake for hours scrolling through apps. She also reported losing focus in class and engaging in self-harm. Her lawyer previously secured settlements with TikTok and YouTube.
Snap founder faces testimony
CEO Evan Spiegel is expected to testify during the trial that could last several weeks. This would mark his first appearance in a social media addiction case. The terms of the settlement with Meta were not disclosed publicly.
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