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Did Social Media Hurt You or Someone You Love?
Millions of Americans - especially children and teenagers - have suffered serious psychological, physical, and behavioral injuries as a direct result of using social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, and YouTube.
What makes these cases different from ordinary personal injury claims is the evidence: internal documents from these companies prove that their engineers and executives knew their platforms were addictive, knew they were causing harm - particularly to young people - and chose to suppress that information in order to protect their profits.
At Fiol & Morros, our trial attorneys are fighting back. If you or a loved one has experienced mental health injuries, behavioral problems, physical harm, or other consequences tied to compulsive social media use, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation.
Free Case Evaluation - No Upfront Cost - No Fee Unless We Win Call 813-610-1158 or fill out our contact form to speak with an attorney today.
The Case Against Social Media Companies
This is not speculation. Courts across the United States are hearing evidence - much of it drawn from the companies' own internal files - that establishes a clear pattern of corporate negligence:
1. They Buried Their Own Research
Internal studies conducted at Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok showed that their platforms caused depression, anxiety, body image disorders, and suicidal ideation - especially in teenage girls. Rather than act on this information, executives suppressed it and continued aggressive user acquisition.
2. They Engineered Addiction by Design
Features like infinite scroll, push notifications, algorithmic content feeds, and the "like" button were deliberately designed using behavioral psychology principles to maximize "time on platform" - the same dopamine-loop mechanics used in casino slot machines. This was not a side effect. It was the product.
3. They Targeted Children
Despite public claims to the contrary, evidence shows that these platforms actively worked to attract underage users, failed to implement legally required child protections, and used algorithmic systems to serve increasingly harmful content to users who showed early signs of vulnerability.
4. The Law Is Catching Up
Federal and state courts are holding these companies accountable. Landmark multi-district litigation (MDL) is ongoing. Individual lawsuits are succeeding. Settlements are being reached. The legal landscape is shifting rapidly in favor of victims.
Injuries and Harms We Pursue
Social media addiction is not a character flaw or a parenting failure. It is the predictable result of billion-dollar engineering efforts aimed at exploiting human psychology. The injuries it causes are real, documented, and compensable under Florida law.
Mental Health Injuries
- Clinical depression and persistent depressive disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder
- Body dysmorphic disorder and distorted self-image
- Suicidal ideation and attempted suicide
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Chronic sleep disorders and insomnia
Behavioral Injuries
- Compulsive use disorder and behavioral addiction
- Eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating
- Self-harm behaviors and non-suicidal self-injury
- Severe academic decline and loss of educational opportunity
- Aggression, emotional dysregulation, and impulse control disorders
- Social withdrawal and deterioration of real-world relationships
Physical Injuries
- Digital eye strain and early-onset myopia
- Postural injuries including cervical spine damage ("tech neck")
- Chronic fatigue syndrome secondary to sleep disruption
- Repetitive strain injuries of the hand, wrist, and thumb
- Obesity and metabolic decline from addiction-driven sedentary behavior
- Cardiovascular stress from chronic anxiety and cortisol elevation
Social & Developmental Injuries
- Stunted emotional and social development in adolescents
- Destruction of family and peer relationships
- Lost earning capacity due to educational failure and cognitive impairment
- Cyberbullying victimization causing documented psychological trauma
- Identity harm and chronic self-esteem disorders
- Out-of-pocket costs for therapy, hospitalization, and addiction treatment
You do not need to have experienced every injury on this list.
Even a single documented harm linked to social media addiction may be sufficient to pursue a claim. Our attorneys will evaluate your situation at no cost to you.
Who May Be Eligible to File a Claim
You may have a case if you or a family member:
- Used Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube, or similar platforms regularly, particularly during adolescence
- Experienced a mental health diagnosis (depression, anxiety, eating disorder, PTSD) that emerged or worsened during or after social media use
- Required counseling, psychiatric care, hospitalization, or treatment for self-harm or suicidal behavior
- Suffered measurable academic, professional, or relational harm attributable to compulsive platform use
- Lost a loved one to suicide where social media use was a contributing factor
Parents of minors harmed by social media are often able to bring claims on behalf of their children. The statute of limitations varies depending on the facts of your case - do not wait to contact us.
Why Choose Fiol & Morros
Social media addiction litigation is complex, fast-moving, and requires attorneys who are not afraid to go up against billion-dollar corporations. At Fiol & Morros, we bring the trial experience, resources, and determination needed to pursue maximum recovery for our clients.
| Why Choose Our Firm | ||
|---|---|---|
| ⚖️ | Trial-Ready Representation | We prepare every case as if it's going to trial — because the threat of a verdict is what produces real settlements. |
| 💼 | Contingency Fee — No Upfront Cost | You pay nothing unless and until we recover compensation for you. |
| 👥 | Dedicated Personal Injury Team | Our Social Media Addiction & Harm practice is staffed by attorneys who specialize in this emerging area of law. |
| 🔬 | Access to National Expert Network | We work with forensic psychologists, addiction specialists, platform engineers, and economists to build airtight cases. |
| 📍 | Tampa-Based, Statewide Reach | We serve clients throughout Florida and can coordinate with national co-counsel on multi-district litigation. |
| 📞 | Responsive & Communicative | You will know where your case stands. We return calls. We answer questions. We keep you informed. |
How the Claims Process Works
We have designed our intake and case evaluation process to be as simple and stress-free as possible for families who are already dealing with difficult circumstances.
- Free Consultation. Call 813 223 6773 or submit our contact form. An attorney will speak with you - not a paralegal, not a call center - within one business day.
- Case Evaluation. We review your history, gather medical and mental health records, and assess the strength of your claim - at no cost to you.
- Filing & Investigation. We file your claim, conduct discovery, and work with experts to document the harm and establish the connection to the platform's conduct.
- Negotiation or Trial. Most cases settle. When they do not, we are prepared to take your case before a jury. Either way, we fight for the full compensation you deserve.
- Recovery. Compensation may cover medical and psychiatric treatment costs, pain and suffering, loss of educational and earning opportunity, and other documented damages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue a social media company for harm to my child?
Yes. Parents can bring claims on behalf of minor children who have suffered documented injuries as a result of social media addiction. Courts have increasingly recognized the viability of these claims, particularly where internal evidence shows the company knew about the risks.
How do I know if we have a strong case?
The strongest cases involve documented medical or psychological treatment, a clear timeline showing that symptoms emerged or worsened during social media use, and evidence of significant harm such as hospitalization, academic failure, or self-harm. That said, even cases without all of these factors may have merit - the best way to find out is a free consultation with our team.
What if my child is still a minor?
The statute of limitations for minor plaintiffs in Florida is generally tolled (paused) until the child reaches the age of 18. However, we recommend contacting us as early as possible so that evidence can be preserved and documentation can begin.
Do I have to be part of a class action?
No. While class action and multi-district litigation (MDL) proceedings are ongoing at the national level, we can represent you individually or explore whether participation in existing MDL proceedings may benefit your case. We will explain your options clearly and let you decide.
What does "no fee unless we win" actually mean?
It means that Fiol & Morros advances all costs of litigation - court filing fees, expert witness fees, deposition costs - and our attorney's fees are taken as a percentage of the recovery only if we win. If we do not recover compensation for you, you owe us nothing.
Which platforms are defendants in these cases?
Current and recent litigation targets Meta (Instagram, Facebook), TikTok/ByteDance, Snap (Snapchat), Google/YouTube, and others. If your child used any of these platforms and suffered harm, contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Your Family Deserves Justice.
These companies had a duty to protect users from foreseeable harm. They chose profit instead. We choose our clients.
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Fiol & Morros - Trial Attorneys - Tampa, Florida
These companies had a duty to protect users from foreseeable harm. They chose profit instead. We choose our clients.
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