The connection between social media use and its adverse effects on youth has become a contentious topic among parents, educators, and health professionals. Recently, juries in Los Angeles and New Mexico delivered significant verdicts finding Meta and YouTube liable for risking the mental health of child users. The Los Angeles verdict specifically emphasized the companies' knowing contributions to harms resulting from their platforms, including potential addiction and exploitation. As social media companies brace for possible appeals, public sentiment appears to be shifting, increasing willingness to hold them accountable for their impact on younger audiences. Advocates believe this may pave the way for more stringent regulations, challenging the longstanding notion of tech companies operating without significant oversight.