Social media platforms are transforming the way individuals communicate and interact with each other, and they present unique legal challenges. These include issues of confidentiality, privacy law, copyright law and marketing law.

The lawsuits are meant to send the message that abuses along the lines of Cambridge Analytica will be held accountable.

Seattle Public Schools

The lawsuit alleges that Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and their parent companies created an addiction to their platforms.

It seeks a court order that will make them pay for the harm their actions have caused.

Bucks County Schools

They allege they are causing a public nuisance by pushing harmful content onto children.

The suit claims the platforms promote and recommend harmful content to children, hooking them to keep scrolling.

Pittsburgh Public Schools

The Pittsburgh Public Schools district is suing the social media giant over claims it has caused students mental health issues. It follows similar lawsuits by other school districts.

In the suit, Pittsburgh Public Schools Solicitor Ira Weiss says the company’s marketing is targeting kids and causing them problems. It has caused learning loss and increased levels of misbehavior among children.

Experts say excessive use can lead to anxiety, depression and eating disorders.

It says the companies violated several laws and that the actions caused disruptions to school operations. needs read more hear