Video Game Addiction Lawsuits: Popular Titles Causing Internet Gaming Disorder in Youth

Last Updated on July 11, 2024

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At A Glance

This Alert Affects:
Anyone 18 or younger who suffers from video game addiction, as well as family members acting on their behalf.
What’s Going On?
A growing number of lawsuits are alleging some of the biggest game developers and publishers purposely designed their games to addict youth. Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are now filing lawsuits on behalf of minors, young adults and family members who suffered the negative effects of gaming addiction.
Which Games Are Being Named in the Lawsuits?
The lawsuits have specifically named Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto 5, Rainbow Six, Battlefield and Call of Duty. Future video game addiction lawsuits may name additional titles.
How Could a Lawsuit Help?
In a successful video game addiction lawsuit, young gamers and their family members may be able to recover money for related medical costs (e.g., therapy, medication, etc.), monetary losses, mental distress and more.
What You Can Do
If you or your child are 18 years of age or younger and became addicted to gaming, fill out the form on this page to learn more about your options. After you get in touch, an attorney or legal representative may reach out to you directly via email or phone.
What Does This Cost?
It costs nothing to get in touch or to speak to an attorney. Plus, attorneys working with ClassAction.org are handling video game addiction lawsuits on a contingency-fee basis, which means you only pay if they win your case.

The information submitted on this page will be forwarded to Bullock Legal Group who has sponsored this investigation.

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