Reviewed by the legal team at Estey & Bomberger, LLP · Updated November 14, 2026
New York parents are raising kids in all five boroughs, on Long Island and in Westchester, in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Albany, and in North Country towns where winters are long and help is far away. Wherever you are, if Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat or YouTube drew your child into compulsive use that ended in real harm, you deserve a lawyer who takes it seriously.
Our firm works with New York families without asking anyone to travel. We meet by phone and video, and we will come to you when that helps. Cases are filed in the coordinated federal litigation, MDL 3047 in the Northern District of California, or in the appropriate state court, with New York-licensed counsel where required. Families at Fort Drum are welcome to call.
TikTok and social media litigation in New York
New York was one of the states that sued TikTok in October 2024 over its effects on young users.
How a TikTok Lawsuit Works for New York 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 New York include the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York. Some cases are better suited to state court. We'll explain the options for your family.
Injuries in New York TikTok Cases
We represent New York 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 New York
We represent families throughout New York, including New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse, Albany, Ithaca, and Long Island, 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.
New York TikTok Lawsuit FAQ
Can I file a TikTok addiction lawsuit in New York?
Yes. Families in New York 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 New York?
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 New York, with your consent.
Is there a deadline to file in New York?
Yes. New York 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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