Meta appeals verdict in case accusing it of hooking young users on social media
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has appealed the verdict of a landmark social media addiction lawsuit in Los Angeles, challenging the jury’s determination that the company designed its platforms to hook young users without concern for their well-being.
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National story. 13 articles from 11 sources. Updated Jul 12, 2026.
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