A mother in Manhattan is taking legal action against TikTok, Meta, and the MTA following the tragic death of her 15-year-old son, Zachary, who lost his life a year ago while subway surfing on a Brooklyn-bound train. The lawsuit stems from the discovery of videos showcasing subway surfing on the teenager's social media accounts after his passing.
The plaintiff's attorney is pursuing a unique legal approach by attempting to apply product liability principles to the case. The argument posits that social media platforms like TikTok and Meta are responsible for promoting highly addictive content that leads to dangerous behaviors such as subway surfing.
