K.G.M. v Meta and Google
A Los Angeles jury found Instagram and YouTube negligent in the design of their platforms.
Status: Verdict delivered 25 March 2026. Both defendants are appealing.
The cases in full detail
Each file sets out one case from start to finish: the parties, a dated timeline, what was argued, what was found, what comes next, and what it means for UK families. Last checked 11 October 2026. For the short version of every case see the case page, and for the latest developments see updates. The court papers behind them are on our source documents page, and how a claim works and the FAQ explain what comes next for families.
State of New Mexico v Meta
A state prosecution that produced $375 million in jury penalties and a $567 million order to repair harm to young people.
Status: Judgment entered 6 August 2026 (total $942 million). Meta is challenging it and says it will appeal.
European Commission v TikTok
The EU’s preliminary finding that TikTok’s addictive design breaches the Digital Services Act, and the earlier TikTok Lite rewards case.
Status: Preliminary finding of 6 February 2026. No final decision found as at 11 October 2026.
European Commission v Meta
Two preliminary findings against Instagram and Facebook in 2026: children under 13 and addictive design.
Status: Two preliminary findings (29 April and 10 July 2026). No final decision found as at 11 October 2026.