{"id":75714,"date":"2026-10-17T10:51:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T10:51:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/social-media-addiction-lawsuits-florida\/social-media-addiction-lawsuit-west-palm-beach-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T01:32:50","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T01:32:50","slug":"social-media-addiction-lawsuit-west-palm-beach-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/social-media-addiction-lawsuits-florida\/social-media-addiction-lawsuit-west-palm-beach-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Media Addiction Lawsuit West Palm Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A worried parent sits beside a teenager staring at a smartphone at a kitchen table.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-worried-parent-sits-beside-a-teenager-staring-at-a-smartph-photo-4.jpg\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">West Palm Beach | Social Media Harm to Children and Teens<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Is Your Teen Struggling? You Do Not Have to Face Answers Alone<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Some families consider legal options when they believe social media use has contributed to serious mental-health harm in their children. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers can explain what these claims involve and what your family may do next.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published October 18, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A social media addiction lawsuit asks a court to hold social media companies responsible when a child or teen suffers serious mental-health harm that the family believes the platforms caused. These lawsuits are allegations. They are not proven facts.<\/p>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida personal injury firm. Our bona fide office is in Coral Gables. We represent families throughout Florida, including West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer, and he is admitted to The Florida Bar.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a social media addiction lawsuit?<\/h2>\n<p>A social media addiction lawsuit is a civil case brought by a family. The family says a platform&#8217;s design kept a young person engaged in harmful ways and contributed to serious mental-health problems.<\/p>\n<p>A matter like this may be referred to, or handled together with, another law firm.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-teenage-boy-sits-on-a-sofa-during-a-counseling-session-wit-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A teenage boy sits on a sofa during a counseling session with a therapist in a modern loft office.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your teen&#x27;s health has changed and you&#x27;re wondering whether social media played a role, you don&#x27;t have to figure it out alone. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What do these lawsuits allege?<\/h2>\n<p>Lawsuits allege that certain social media platforms were designed to be addictive. They allege that this design harmed children and teens.<\/p>\n<p>The harms described in these lawsuits often include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Depression and anxiety<\/li>\n<li>Eating disorders<\/li>\n<li>Self-harm and suicide attempts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Lawsuits often focus on how platforms keep users engaged. The claims are for a court to decide on evidence.<\/p>\n<h2>What do the research and public health reports say?<\/h2>\n<p>Research links heavy social media use with mental-health risks for young people. Research shows association, and association is not the same as legal responsibility.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The U.S. Surgeon General&#8217;s report on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hhs.gov\/surgeongeneral\/reports-and-publications\/youth-mental-health\/social-media\/index.html\">social media and youth mental<\/a> health describes heavy social media use as associated with increased risks of depression, anxiety, and other mental-health problems.<\/li>\n<li>The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-youth\/mental-health\/index.html\">youth mental<\/a> health resources describe poor mental health and related risks among U.S. teens.<\/li>\n<li>Research also examines what drives heavy use: a <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10126400\/\">peer-reviewed cross-sectional study of 830 participants<\/a> found that peer pressure is associated with mobile social media addiction among adolescents.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hcfl.gov\/residents\/parks-and-leisure\/mindful-mondays\/social-media-and-kids-mental-health\">Hillsborough County, Florida guidance on kids&#8217; mental health<\/a> describes signs of mental-health difficulties in children and teens linked to social media and technology use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What signs might a parent notice?<\/h2>\n<p>Parents often notice changes in sleep, mood, schoolwork, and friendships before they connect them to phone or app use. Look for patterns that last for weeks, not a single bad day.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Withdrawal from family, friends, or activities they once enjoyed<\/li>\n<li>Sleep changes or constant tiredness<\/li>\n<li>Sharp shifts in mood, irritability, or worry<\/li>\n<li>Drops in grades or missed school<\/li>\n<li>Distress when they can&#8217;t access their phone or apps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This list is not medical advice. Follow the care plan your child&#8217;s doctors recommend.<\/p>\n<h2>Does Florida law allow a family to bring a claim?<\/h2>\n<p>Families dealing with a serious injury or a death often have questions about their legal options, and the first step is a conversation about their specific situation. Each case depends on its own facts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Deadlines:<\/strong> Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">statute of limitations for negligence claims (Fla. Stat<\/a>. \u00a7 95.11) sets a time limit to file, and other types of claims may have different deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shared fault:<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a>, in a negligence action, a party found more than 50% at fault for his or her own harm may not recover any damages. This rule does not apply to an action for damages for personal injury or wrongful death arising out of medical negligence under chapter 766. Under Florida&#8217;s comparative fault law, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a> provides that contributory fault chargeable to the claimant diminishes proportionately the amount awarded as economic and noneconomic damages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Punitive damages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.72.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.72<\/a> limits when punitive damages may be sought, including for claims against an employer or corporation based on an agent&#8217;s conduct. The standard is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.725.html\">clear and convincing evidence (Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.725)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.21.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.21<\/a>, which applies in wrongful-death actions, each parent of a deceased minor child may recover for mental pain and suffering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How does the process work?<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a conversation. The steps below show what usually happens, though every family&#8217;s path is different.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Share your situation.<\/strong> Tell us about your child&#8217;s history, the timeline, and any medical or school records you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We review the facts.<\/strong> We check the timeline against Florida deadlines and the rules on fault and damages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We discuss next steps.<\/strong> If a claim appears to fit, we explain the options. A matter may be referred to, or handled together with, another law firm. Cases like this can take a long time and involve evidence from the companies involved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Nothing here promises any result.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Works With Families<\/h2>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida personal injury firm, and families across Florida can contact us to talk about social media addiction concerns.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Florida-based.<\/strong> Our bona fide office is in Coral Gables, and we serve families across Florida.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear responsibility.<\/strong> Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer. He is admitted to The Florida Bar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support staff.<\/strong> Our team helps families with paperwork, records, and questions along the way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plain language.<\/strong> We separate what lawsuits allege from what courts have decided, so you know where things stand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>If your child may be in crisis<\/h2>\n<p>If your child is in crisis or may be thinking about suicide, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline now.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can parents sue social media companies if their teen developed depression or anxiety?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some parents have filed these lawsuits. The claims are allegations that a court still has to decide.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a social media addiction lawsuit in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time limits depend on the type of claim. Florida generally allows two years for negligence claims that accrued after March 24, 2023, while other claim types, such as product-liability claims, can have different periods. Deadlines apply, so contact the firm promptly.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does Florida use comparative fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Under Florida&#8217;s comparative fault law, a person found greater than 50 percent at fault for his or her own harm may not recover any damages in a negligence action to which the statute applies.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will CHG handle my case directly?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This type of matter may be referred to, or handled together with, another law firm.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a family bring a claim after a child dies?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida law allows wrongful-death claims when a death results from another&#8217;s wrongful act or negligence. Whether a claim fits depends on the facts.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-person-with-a-fitness-bracelet-photographs-a-large-multige-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A person with a fitness bracelet photographs a large multigenerational family dinner served outdoors with a smartphone.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk with us about your family&#8217;s options<\/h2>\n<p>If your teen&#8217;s health has changed and you&#8217;re wondering whether social media played a role, you don&#8217;t have to figure it out alone. Our free initial consultation is confidential and comes with no obligation to continue. CHG charges no attorney&#8217;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery. <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/a> to start the conversation.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Cornish Hernandez Gonzalez, PLLC, 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 300, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Your case may be referred to another lawyer.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help Your Family<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Confidential Conversation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation to continue. We listen to your family&#x27;s story and answer your questions in plain language.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviewing Your Child&#x27;s Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can help you gather information about your child&#x27;s social media use, medical care, school records, and other details that may matter to a claim.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Your Options<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Court rulings on these claims can change over time, so it is important to check their current status.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on Your Child&#x27;s Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team keeps the focus on your child&#x27;s health. Please continue to follow your doctors&#8217; recommendations, and talk with us about the legal questions.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Signs Florida Parents Often Describe<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changes in Mood<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Persistent sadness, irritability, or anxiety that seems to get worse over time, especially after heavy social media use.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changes in Sleep and Eating<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trouble sleeping, unusual changes in appetite or weight, or new concerns about body image that a doctor should review.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Withdrawal From Life<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pulling away from friends, family, school, and activities they once enjoyed, or becoming upset when phone access is limited.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If Your Child Is in Crisis<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your child talks about suicide or self-harm, or you are worried for their safety, call or text the 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline (988) right away, or call 911 in an emergency.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Possible Referral to Another Firm<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"\/resources\/social-media-addiction-lawsuits-florida\/\">Social media addiction lawsuits<\/a> are mass-tort claims. Depending on the case, CHG Personal Injury Lawyers may refer your family to another law firm or handle the matter together with one. Information on this page is general and is not legal advice for your situation. 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