Gadd v. Meta Platforms, Inc.

This consolidated class action names multiple social-media and technology companies (including Meta Platforms, Inc.; Instagram, LLC; Facebook Payments, Inc.; Siculus, Inc.; Facebook Operations, LLC; Snap, Inc.; ByteDance Ltd. and its TikTok entities; Google LLC; YouTube LLC; Discord, Inc.; and Roblox Corporation) as Defendants. The Plaintiffs, minors and their guardians, allege that the defendants knowingly designed and deployed algorithms, infinite-scroll feeds, push notifications, and other engagement-maximising features that encourage prolonged use and may exploit children’s cognitive vulnerabilities.

The complaint asserts claims for negligence (defective design), failure to warn, and fraudulent concealment (specifically against Meta), as well as wrongful death against Meta, Snap, TikTok, and Google defendants. The Plaintiffs seek damages and injunctive relief for alleged harms linked to excessive or harmful use of these platforms.

This matter has been filed in the California Superior Courts which does not provide automated docket updates.

This summary is provided for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Allegations described are those made in the filings. Please consult the underlying source documents.