Reviewed by the legal team at Estey & Bomberger, LLP · Updated November 14, 2026
Florida is a big, varied state: Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay and Orlando, Jacksonville, Tallahassee and the Panhandle, plus small inland towns where help for a struggling teenager can be hard to find. What Florida families share is a generation of kids raised on endless feeds, and too many parents now facing the fallout.
Estey & Bomberger represents Florida families from wherever they are. We meet by phone and video, and we will travel to you when it helps. Claims are filed in the coordinated federal litigation, MDL 3047 in the Northern District of California, or in the proper state court, with Florida-licensed counsel joining when required. Military families near Pensacola, Jacksonville and Tampa are welcome to contact us too.
How a TikTok Lawsuit Works for Florida Families
Lawsuits against TikTok claim the company designed its app to keep kids hooked — through the endless For You feed, autoplay, constant notifications and appearance filters — while offering weak age checks and parental controls, and without warning families about risks its own research identified. Learn how TikTok's design hooks kids.
Most personal injury cases are filed in, or transferred to, the federal multidistrict litigation in the Northern District of California (MDL No. 3047), where pretrial matters are handled together. Federal courts in Florida include the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Some cases are better suited to state court. We'll explain the options for your family.
Injuries in Florida TikTok Cases
We represent Florida children, teens and young adults who developed serious conditions after heavy social media use, including:
- Eating Disorders
- Anorexia
- Bulimia
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Body Dysmorphia
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Self-Harm
- Suicide Attempt
- Teen Suicide & Wrongful Death
- Sextortion
- Child Sexual Exploitation
TikTok is our focus, but we also take cases involving Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and Facebook.
Where We Help in Florida
We represent families throughout Florida, including Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Tallahassee, Fort Lauderdale, and Pensacola, as well as smaller towns and rural communities. You never need to travel to our office.
What to Do Now
- Make sure your child is safe and getting care. If they're in crisis, call or text 988. See getting help for your child.
- Don't delete their TikTok or other accounts. Save the evidence.
- Call (858) 923-5554 or request a free case review.
Florida TikTok Lawsuit FAQ
Can I file a TikTok addiction lawsuit in Florida?
Yes. Families in Florida can bring claims against TikTok and ByteDance, as well as Meta, Google (YouTube) and Snap. Depending on the facts, a case may be filed in the federal multidistrict litigation (MDL No. 3047) or in an appropriate state court.
Do I need a lawyer located in Florida?
No. These cases are coordinated nationally, and our firm represents families across the country by phone, video and in-person visits. When a case requires it, we work with local counsel licensed in Florida, with your consent.
Is there a deadline to file in Florida?
Yes. Florida has its own statute of limitations, and special rules can apply to minors and wrongful death claims. Because deadlines vary, contact us as soon as possible so we can review your timeline.
What does it cost?
Nothing up front. We work on contingency, so we are paid only if we recover money for your family. The consultation is free.
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