New Orleans Social Media Addiction Lawyers

Reviewed and verified by Attorney Allan Berger — licensed in Louisiana since 1974.

When a child starts struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder, parents want to know what went wrong. If social media seems to be part of the problem, you may wonder whether the companies behind these apps should be held responsible.

Families across the country have sued social media companies, saying their apps were designed to keep children scrolling, watching, and coming back for more. Some families believe this use contributed to serious mental health problems.

At Allan Berger & Associates, P.L.C., our New Orleans social media addiction lawyers help families look at what happened and learn whether they may have a case.

Call 504-526-2222 or contact us online for a free case review.

What Is a Social Media Addiction Lawsuit?

Social media addiction lawsuits focus on how apps are designed and whether those designs may harm children.

Think about what happens when your child opens an app. One video leads to another. New posts appear as they scroll. Notifications invite them to return, even after they’ve put their phone away.

Lawsuits argue that features like these can make it hard for children to stop using an app. Some parents also say companies failed to warn them about the possible risks.

Using social media a lot does not automatically mean a family has a case. The key question is whether the company may be legally responsible for the harm the child suffered.

Which Social Media Companies Can Be Sued?

Lawsuits have named companies behind several popular apps, including:

Each case is different. A company being sued does not mean it has been found responsible for a child’s health problems.

What Problems Can Lead to a Lawsuit?

Parents have raised concerns about changes in their children’s health and daily lives.

These include:

• Anxiety or depression.
• Eating disorders, including anorexia.
• Self-harm or thoughts of suicide.
• Trouble sleeping.
• Pulling away from family and friends.
• Struggling at school or with everyday tasks.

Social media is not the only possible cause of these problems. A doctor can help assess your child’s health, while a lawyer can explain whether the facts may support a case.

Can Families Sue Social Media Companies Over Anorexia or Eating Disorders?

Some families have sued social media companies after their children developed eating disorders. They say their children were exposed to content about extreme dieting, unrealistic body images, or unhealthy eating habits.

If your child has anorexia, getting medical care is the first step. A diagnosis alone does not prove that social media caused the condition.

If you are considering legal action, useful records may include your child’s medical history, treatment details, and information about the content they viewed. A lawyer can review what is available and explain whether it may support a case.

Who Can File a Social Media Addiction Lawsuit?

Parents may be able to bring a case on behalf of a child. In some situations, an affected person may bring a claim themselves. Whether a case can move forward depends on several things:

• Your child’s age: How old they were when the problems began.
• App use: Which services they used and how they used them.
• Health problems: What happened and whether your child received treatment.
• Available records: What can help explain the link between social media use and the harm.
• Time limits: How long the law allows you to wait before filing a case.

There is no set number of hours online that automatically qualifies a child for compensation. The full story matters.

How Our Social Media Addiction Attorney Can Help?

You may already be dealing with doctor visits, school concerns, and changes at home. Working out whether you have a legal case can feel like one more burden.

Our team can review your concerns, look at the available records, and explain what may happen next. We can also help identify which companies may be involved and discuss how ongoing lawsuits could affect a case in Louisiana.

You do not need to know every legal detail before speaking with a lawyer. Start by explaining what your family has experienced.

What Should Parents Do If Social Media May Be Hurting Their Child?

Start with your child’s health. If you notice major changes in their mood, sleep, eating habits, or behavior, speak with a qualified healthcare professional.

You can also keep a record of what you’ve noticed. Save medical and treatment records, note important changes at home or school, and preserve relevant account information or messages that you can access lawfully.

Avoid sharing your child’s private information unnecessarily. If you are unsure what to keep, ask a lawyer before deleting relevant records.

If your child is in immediate danger or having a mental health crisis, seek emergency help right away.

Why Choose Allan Berger & Associates, P.L.C.?

Attorney Allan Berger has been licensed to practice law in Louisiana since 1974. Our firm handles personal injury and product liability cases involving people who have been harmed.

We know that no two families have the same experience. We will look at your situation and explain what the law may allow. We will not assume that social media caused an injury simply because a child used an app often.

We offer free case reviews and contingency-fee representation for qualifying cases. Your written agreement will explain attorney fees and case expenses.

If social media use may have played a part in your child’s health problems, talk with our team about what happened. We can review your concerns and help you understand your next steps.

Call 504-526-2222 or contact Allan Berger & Associates, P.L.C. online for a free case review.