Can Parents Sue Instagram On Behalf of Their Child or Teen?
If your child or teen has suffered from addiction to Instagram to the point where it interferes with their daily life, you may be able to file a lawsuit against Meta, Instagram’s parent company. What Parties Are Currently Suing Instagram for Harms Against Children and Teens? There are multiple parties that may be eligible to […]
Vermont Phone-Free Schools & National Advocates Call On Congress to Require Warning Labels on Social Media Products
Montpelier, Vermont, September 24, 2024: Over 100 independent medical professionals, parents, teachers, content experts, academic researchers, legislators, and attorneys from across the country signed a letter to Congressional leadership asking for action on the US Surgeon General’s call for warning labels on social media products. The letter can be found at this link. Signers include […]
Parents Speak Out Against KOSA After Big Tech Guts Bill
A group of parents who have lost children to suicide, fentanyl poisoning, and other social media-related tragedies have written to Congress opposing an amendment to H.R. 7891, the Kids Online Safety Act. They argue that the amendment weakens key protections by removing language that would require social media companies to implement safeguards against mental health […]
SMVLC Named as Resource on The Parents Network
Recently, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell Foundation started The Parents’ Network, a group of parents who have first-hand knowledge of the harm social media has caused children and teens. Their mission is to raise awareness and help other parents never have to go through what they have. Our firm is proud to be listed […]
Jennie Deserio Wins The Arkansas’ Woman of Distinction Award for 2024
We are thrilled to congratulate our esteemed client, Jennie Deserio, on receiving the prestigious Arkansas Woman of Distinction award for 2024. This honor recognizes Jennie’s tireless advocacy as a defender of our children, a mission that has inspired many and made a profound impact on countless lives. The award ceremony was made even more special […]
Live Streaming: A Parent’s Guide
Live streaming is a video phenomenon where users can show live, unedited footage of different events on social media apps. These can be fairly tame, like playing video games, or sexually explicit or violent, which could negatively affect your child or teen. You might have noticed your kids and teens watching live videos on their […]
Attorney Laura Marquez-Garrett Speaks with Mothers Against Media Addiction
SMVLC attorney, Laura Marquez-Garret, spoke with Mothers Against Media Addiction about the harms that children and young adults experience on social media and what parents and families can do to protect their kids. https://youtu.be/GPPUUk2JBDk?si=JiK7wLJT9_8q-KFu
New York First State to Declare Social Media a Public Health Hazard
On January 24, New York City became the first city to declare social media a public health hazard and “environmental toxin.” Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement as part of his annual State of the City address. Afterward, New York City Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan issued a Public Health Advisory with more details. “Companies like […]
What Is SB 976? California’s Landmark Social Media Addiction Bill
In January 2024, California state legislators unveiled a landmark social media addiction bill. State Senator Nancy Skinner introduced the legislation in late January, citing the need for parents to be “back in the driver’s seat.” Co-authors include Senators Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) Angelique Ashby (D-Sacramento), María Elena Durazo (D-Los Angeles), Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park), and […]