The Quiet Crisis in Our Homes
Across Arkansas and Texas, parents are facing a heartbreaking reality: the apps their children use every day were built to be impossible to put down. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube use “infinite scrolling” and predatory algorithms to keep kids trapped in a loop for hours. The results aren’t just frustrating. They’re devastating. We are seeing a generation of teenagers struggling with severe anxiety, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts because of a product they were never meant to handle alone.
These Are Not Just Claims, They Are Facts
The landmark KGM v. Meta & YouTube trial changed everything. A jury finally saw what we already knew: tech executives realized their products were hurting minors and chose to keep the profits rolling anyway. One plaintiff, who started on these apps as a young child, walked away with a verdict that acknowledged the real-world pain of compulsive use and body dysmorphia. These internal documents proved that Big Tech knew the risks and ignored them. This is the truth we are bringing to every case we handle.
Over 40 Years of Standing Up for Families
Edward O. Moody, P.A. isn’t new to these battles. For four decades, we’ve supported families in Arkansas and Texas through their hardest moments. We have a long history of taking on massive corporations and winning. We aren’t intimidated by Big Tech’s size. We’re motivated by the right of your family to find justice against some of the most powerful companies in the world.
It’s the Product, Not the Parenting
These lawsuits aren’t about what people post, they’re about how these apps are engineered. We believe companies like Meta and ByteDance intentionally exploited the developing minds of children. Features like “likes,” autoplay, and variable rewards are designed to function like a digital slot machine. It’s a predatory design that funnels kids toward harmful content, and the law is finally starting to recognize that these companies are responsible for the features they created.
The Tide is Turning in the Courtroom
The days of Big Tech hiding behind old legal shields are coming to an end. Courts are now ruling that these companies can be held liable for their addictive app features, regardless of what the “content” is. At the same time, there is a massive national push, like the Kids Online Safety Act, to force these platforms to protect our children. The consensus is growing: these companies have a duty to prevent harm, and we are here to make sure they fulfill it.
The Real-World Weight of Addiction
The injuries we see in these cases are life-changing. Families involved in the current national litigation have reported deep, lasting trauma from compulsive use that started when their children were still in elementary school. These aren’t just medical terms. They are daily struggles:
Deep Depression that pulls a child away from their life and friends.
Crippling Anxiety triggered by algorithmic feedback loops.
Severe Eating Disorders fueled by toxic comparison and “filter culture.”
Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation normalized by predatory communities.
Accidental Deaths tied to viral challenges or illicit substances sold via apps.
Exploitation made easy by platforms that failed to protect the most vulnerable.
Stories That Must Be Heard
The testimony from these families is a grim reminder that these aren’t isolated accidents. We’ve heard from parents who lost children to “challenges” promoted by algorithms and teenagers who were targeted by predators through direct messaging. These aren’t just “tech issues,” they are predictable consequences of a system that prioritizes engagement over safety. Each story is a part of a pattern that Big Tech could have stopped, but didn’t.
Does Your Family Qualify for Support?
You may have a claim if your child’s experience fits these criteria:
Used Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, or YouTube for more than three hours a day.
Started using these platforms before they were 18.
Is currently age 25 or younger.
Has suffered from severe depression, eating disorders, self-harm, or other life-altering conditions.
Protecting Your Rights Before Time Runs Out
If your family has lived through this, you need to act. The window for filing a claim in Arkansas is generally three years, and in Texas, it’s only two. These deadlines are strict, and once they pass, your path to justice may be closed. Our team is ready to evaluate your situation today with zero obligation, we just want to help you understand your options.
A New Chapter in Accountability
As of 2026, the legal landscape has shifted in favor of families. With thousands of cases moving forward, the March jury verdict against Meta and Google was a watershed moment. Experts are comparing this to the tobacco trials of the 90s, the moment when a massive industry was finally forced to stop targeting our children. Every win in the courtroom puts more pressure on these companies to do right by the families they’ve harmed.
Why Your Neighbors Choose Edward O. Moody, P.A.
We’ve spent 40 years fighting for the people of Arkansas and Texas. From asbestos to catastrophic injury, we’ve built our reputation on taking the cases other firms found too complex. We aren’t just a national firm with a local address. We are neighbors who collaborate with the best child psychologists and digital experts to build the strongest case possible for your family. We offer the personal attention a case this sensitive deserves.
Taking the First Step Toward Justice
The evidence is in, and the courts are listening. If your child’s life has been upended by social media addiction, you shouldn’t have to carry that burden alone. Contact Edward O. Moody, P.A. today for a private evaluation of your case. Let’s talk about how we can help your family find the accountability and peace of mind you deserve.