The Social Media Victims Law Center
Representing Families Whose Kids Have Been Harmed by Social Media
FEATURED IN
Matthew Bergman Discusses History-Making Verdict Securing $3 Million in Damages from Meta and YouTube
Attorney Matthew P. Bergman sat down with Laura Coates to discuss the landmark trial verdict he secured against Meta and YouTube for the firms client in this first-of-its-kind lawsuit. As Matt put it, “it was a tough two months for our client, but she stuck it out. And she’s the tip of the spear.”
YOU ARE NOT ALONE IN THIS
Every dot on this map represents a story—families who have faced heartbreak, isolation, or pain due to the impact of social media. You are not alone in this. This serves as a reminder of just how widespread these struggles are, and we understand. We are committed to standing with you in these challenging times. Please contact us for a free case review.
LEADERS IN SOCIAL MEDIA LITIGATION
The Social Media Victims Law Center (SMVLC) works to hold social media companies legally accountable for the harm they inflict on vulnerable users. SMVLC seeks to apply principles of product liability to force social media companies to elevate consumer safety to the forefront of their economic analysis and design safer platforms that protect users from foreseeable harm.
Active Lawsuits Against Social Media & AI
News & Press Releases
Matthew P. Bergman Gives Testimony on Section 230 Reform to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
AI Chatbot Companions: Impact on Children and Teens
Matthew P. Bergman and Laura Marquez-Garrett Featured in TIME 100 Health List for 2026
Chatbot Psychosis: What Is It?
How AI Chatbot Companions Create Emotional Dependency
SOCIAL MEDIA VICTIMS LAW CENTER IN THE NEWS
Matthew Bergman Featured on 60 Minutes
Matthew Bergman told 60 Minutes reporter Sarah Abo social media giants like Snapchat have designed their products to be addictive and there needs to be consequences.
