Federal litigation against Roblox is moving forward as courts, state officials and families question whether the platform has done enough to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
The cases have now been consolidated into federal multidistrict litigation. The focus of the case is allegations that Roblox misrepresented the safety of its platform, failed to implement basic safeguards and allowed predators to target minors through games, chats and user-generated content.
Roblox Multidistrict Litigation Developments
The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) granted consolidation in December 2025, transferring the cases to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Court filings allege that some children were groomed through Roblox and later exploited on other platforms.
These claims are central to several of the consolidated cases. Recent legal developments include:
- January 14, 2026: Mark Lanier submitted an application to serve as co-lead counsel in the MDL, supported by several attorneys involved in the litigation.
- January 16, 2026: Plaintiffs and defendants filed consolidated case management statements outlining their positions and proposed next steps.
- January 30, 2026: The presiding judge is scheduled to hold the first case management conference to address leadership appointments, pending cases and preliminary procedural matters.
In early February, the court appointed five attorneys to serve as co-lead counsel for the plaintiffs. U.S. District Judge Richard Seeborg selected attorneys from firms across the country, including Mark Lanier, as the litigation moves into its next phase.
The court also directed the parties to propose members for an executive committee and designate liaison counsel.
Allegations Focus on Child Safety Failures
For years, Roblox has marketed itself as a safe, family-friendly gaming platform. By 2024, the company reported nearly 83 million average daily global users. Public data indicates more than half of those users are under 16, with a significant portion younger than 13.
The lawsuits allege that, despite this young user base, Roblox safety policies failed to adopt meaningful measures for age-verification, allowing users to misrepresent their age and enabling adult predators to pose as children.
Plaintiffs also claim the platform did not adequately moderate content, warn parents about risks or prevent access to sexually explicit material.
More scrutiny came from a 2024 report by Hindenburg Research, alleging that adult content and explicit chat groups were accessible through accounts listed as belonging to minors. Roblox disputed the characterization but acknowledged ongoing safety challenges.
State Enforcement Actions Add Pressure
In January 2026, a lawsuit was filed against Roblox in state court by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill that accused the company of failing to protect children from exploitation on its platform. The state’s complaint and similar lawsuits allege that Roblox:
- Failed to implement effective moderation and safety tools
- Misrepresented the strength of its safety controls
- Did not adequately warn parents and users of known risks
- Enabled access to explicit content involving simulated sexual activity
- Marketed the platform in a way that downplayed potential dangers to children
Roblox’s Response
Roblox has denied the allegations, stating it does not intentionally place users at risk. The company says it has introduced more than 40 safety-related updates in the past year, including:
- Expanded parental controls
- Content maturity labels
- Limits on direct messaging for younger users
The company has also announced the use of video-based age estimation tools for certain account features. However, critics argue the measures came too late and fall short of widely available age-verification technology that could have been implemented earlier.
What the Lawsuits Seek to Address
The goal of the product liability litigation is to determine whether Roblox should be held legally responsible for harm suffered by children who were exposed to abuse, grooming or explicit material through the platform.
In some cases, allegations involve abuse that began on Roblox and later moved to other platforms.
What Families Should Know About Legal Options
Parents considering legal action usually begin by speaking with an attorney to evaluate whether a valid claim exists. If a case moves forward, the process may involve investigating evidence, filing formal complaints, participating in discovery and pursuing either settlement discussions or trial.
These cases typically focus on preserving a child’s privacy while holding companies accountable for policies that may have contributed to harm.
Who May be Eligible to File a Claim
Generally, parents or legal guardians may pursue a claim on behalf of children who were 17 or younger at the time of alleged abuse or online sexual exploitation connected to Roblox. Claims may involve behavior facilitated through the platform, such as:
- Sexual assault
- Grooming
- Exposure to explicit material
- Trafficking
In some cases, liability may still be alleged even if contact later shifted to another app. This includes messaging or social media service, even after the initial interaction occurred on Roblox.
Next Steps in Litigation
As the MDL proceeds, the court will establish leadership roles, schedules and plans for discovery that will shape how the cases move forward. The outcome could influence Roblox’s policies in the future, as well as broader expectations for child safety standards across online gaming platforms.
Families affected by online exploitation continue to seek accountability and meaningful changes designed to prevent similar harm to other children. Parents who believe their child may have been affected in the alleged ways while using Roblox can contact The Carlson Law Firm to learn more about their legal options.
