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Social Media Exploitation Lawsuit Continues Against Snapchat Amidst Concerns Over Child Safety

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Waterbury, Connecticut – A lawsuit filed against social media giant Snapchat has been withdrawn, while the legal action continues against Meta Platforms Inc. The suit was brought forward by a couple alleging that their daughter was contacted by offenders through social media sites, resulting in exploitation. Although the lawsuit was withdrawn against Meta Platforms Inc., the couple’s lawyer, Michael Kennedy, stated that they are proceeding with the claims against Snapchat. Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, has previously emphasized their commitment to combating exploitation on their platform by working with safety experts and law … Read more

Real Housewives Feud: Tamra Judge and Vicki Gunvalson Take Shots at Each Other on Social Media

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Coto de Caza, California – Have Tamra Judge and Vicki Gunvalson, stars of The Real Housewives of Orange County, ended their friendship? Recent social media exchanges suggest a falling out between the two reality TV personalities. On Sunday, January 7, Judge took to X (formerly Twitter) to express her feelings, stating, “I felt like I just took the biggest dump of my life. So refreshed. So relieved.” The timing of her post coincided with Gunvalson and Shannon Beador announcing the launch of a comedy tour in which they will be joined by guest host Doug … Read more

Trump Launches Fiery Social Media Attack on Judge Deciding His NY Fraud Case, Puts Residency of His Empire at Stake

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New York City, NY – Former President Donald Trump expressed his fury at Judge Arthur Engoron in a series of social media posts on Saturday. The judge is presiding over a New York civil fraud case that has the potential to bar Trump from conducting business in the state, where he established his real estate empire. Prior to the trial, Judge Engoron ruled in favor of the top claim brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James in the civil lawsuit. The judge found that Trump and his company had deceived banks, insurers, and others … Read more

Social Media Trade Group Takes Legal Action Against New Ohio Law Requiring Parental Consent for Minors

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Columbus, Ohio – A trade group representing multiple social media sites has filed a lawsuit to block a new law in Ohio that would require companies to obtain verifiable parental consent for children under 16. The law, known as the Parental Notification by Social Media Operators Act, is set to take effect on January 15. Trade group NetChoice, which counts Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others among its clients, claims that the law is unconstitutional. This is not the first time NetChoice has taken legal action against states that have enacted laws regulating social media use … Read more