Meta Platforms has filed a motion in a Los Angeles court to overturn a jury's verdict that found the company liable for a woman's depression, awarding her $4.2 million in damages. The case, which also involved Google, marked a significant moment in a broader legal landscape where social media companies face numerous lawsuits claiming that their platforms are designed to be addictive and contribute to mental health issues among young users. Meta contends that it is shielded from liability under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which protects online platforms from being held responsible for user-generated content. The jury's decision in March highlighted the negligence of Meta and Google in warning users about the potential dangers of their platform designs. The trial is seen as a bellwether for similar cases, as it could influence settlement discussions and legal interpretations regarding the responsibilities of social media companies. Other defendants, Snap and TikTok, settled before the trial began, while Google also plans to appeal the verdict against it.