A series of landmark trials are currently underway in Los Angeles and New Mexico, focusing on the alleged addiction created by social media platforms such as Instagram and YouTube, particularly among children. Plaintiffs argue that Meta and Google have engineered addictive experiences that harm the mental health of young users. Opening arguments have revealed alarming claims, including that there are 500,000 child exploitation cases daily on Meta platforms. The trials aim to hold these tech giants accountable for their impact on youth and could potentially reshape the future of social media regulation. As the litigation progresses, it raises critical questions about the responsibility of social media companies in safeguarding their users, particularly vulnerable children.