Oct. 31, 2025
Judge lets social media firms keep key defenses in youth suits
While Superior Court Judge Carolyn B. Kuhl's decisions do not determine liability, they ensure that the social media companies will be able to argue immunity, free-speech protection and fault apportionment to jurors.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge refused to strike key defenses asserted by social media companies accused of harming young users' mental health, finding that questions about what caused their injuries must be decided by a jury.
On Wednesday, Judge Carolyn B. Kuhl issued three similar orders denying summary adjudication motions filed by minor plaintiffs in the coordinated social media litigation. The families allege that online platforms including Facebook, TikTok and YouTub...
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