Delaware Judge Stays AIG Subsidiary's Lawsuit Over Google MDL Coverage
A Delaware state judge has stayed a lawsuit by American International Group subsidiaries seeking a declaration that they're not liable for covering Google's defense costs tied to social-media addiction multidistrict litigation, MDL. According to Law360, the ruling was made on September 23, 2026.
The suit, which aims to determine whether AIG's subsidiaries are responsible for paying Google's defense costs in the MDL, had been pending in Delaware state court. However, due to a recent transfer order, the case is now being sent back to California, where it will be consolidated with other similar cases.
The ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing multidistrict litigation against social media companies over their role in promoting addiction among minors. The MDL has been making headlines for months, with numerous lawsuits filed across the country.