Charleston, WV Attorney Rusty Webb Is Investigating Roblox and Discord for Failing to Protect Children
September 17, 2025
Charleston, West Virginia — September 6, 2025 — The Webb Law Centre, PLLC, led by attorney Charles R. “Rusty” Webb, is investigating and filing lawsuits against Roblox Corporation and Discord Inc. for their alleged failure to protect minors from sexual exploitation and online predators.
The actions follow a series of lawsuits filed nationwide, including a recent 124-page complaint in the Western District of Michigan alleging that Roblox and Discord enabled predators to groom and exploit an 11-year-old girl. According to the complaint, the platforms’ defective safety design and lack of protections made children “easy prey for pedophiles,” while the companies prioritized user growth and profits over basic child safety.
“These cases are not isolated tragedies — they represent a systemic failure by Roblox and Discord to implement even the most basic safeguards to protect vulnerable children,” said Rusty Webb, founding attorney of The Webb Law Centre. “Our firm is committed to holding these companies accountable for profiting from unsafe platforms while exposing children to predators.”
The lawsuits highlight allegations that:
- Roblox allows adults to initiate private conversations with children and use in-game currency (“Robux”) to exploit them.
- Discord enables predators to escalate abuse by soliciting explicit photos and videos from minors, constituting child sexual abuse material.
- Both companies have known solutions and technologies available but have failed to adopt them, leaving children exposed to significant risks.
National Scope of Litigation
Roblox and Discord already face multiple lawsuits across the country, including:
- A California federal case filed in April 2025 by a Florida child alleging exploitation on both platforms.
- A state lawsuit in Louisiana filed in August 2025 alleging Roblox facilitates child sexual abuse material.
- Additional complaints in California and Michigan detailing similar patterns of grooming, exploitation, and data misuse involving minors.
Call for Families to Come Forward
The Webb Law Centre, PLLC is actively investigating additional cases involving Roblox, Discord, and other online platforms where minors have been harmed. Families who believe their children may have been exploited online are encouraged to contact the firm for a confidential case evaluation.
Attorney Rusty Webb represents clients on a contingency fee basis — meaning if we don’t win, you don’t pay. There is no financial risk to families seeking justice.
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Charleston, WV 25301
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Charleston, WV – September 17, 2025 — The Webb Law Centre, PLLC, led by Charles R. “Rusty” Webb, has been recognized as one of only seven law firms nationwide identified by Google as handling Kratom-related cases. This distinction highlights the firm’s leadership in an emerging area of litigation that parallels early opioid lawsuits. The Webb Law Centre has launched a national initiative focused exclusively on representing victims and families who have suffered serious injury or death linked to Kratom products. All Kratom death and injury cases are handled on a no-risk contingency-fee basis — clients pay nothing unless there is a recovery. “Our mission is to give a voice to victims and their loved ones who have been harmed by Kratom,” said Charles R. “Rusty” Webb. “We are committed to pursuing accountability and justice in these cases.” For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact: The Webb Law Centre, PLLC 716 Lee Street East Charleston, WV 25301 Phone: (304) 344-9322 Fax: (304) 344-1157 Email: rusty@rustywebb.com
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Charles “Rusty” Webb, founder of The Webb Law Centre, announced today that his firm is expanding its nationwide review of kratom-related injury and wrongful death cases following an NBC Nightly News report on a beverage containing kratom and kava root. The August 2025 NBC segment highlighted growing social media warnings about the herbal supplement “Feel Free,” which contains kava root — touted for its relaxing effects — and kratom, a plant native to Southeast Asia known for its stimulant and opioid-like effects. “Kratom is still being marketed in ways that obscure its risks,” Webb said. “The NBC investigation underscores what the FDA’s been warning about — there are serious safety concerns without proper education, and people need to understand their legal options if they’ve been harmed.” The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued multiple warnings about kratom’s potential to cause addiction, liver damage, and death. Webb’s firm is currently reviewing cases involving: Fatal overdoses linked to kratom use Severe addiction requiring medical treatment Organ failure or other life-threatening complications Health care professionals or whistleblowers with relevant information With more than 30 years of legal experience in high-stakes toxic tort and product liability claims, Webb was one of the first attorneys to formally launch a coordinated litigation strategy targeting kratom manufacturers and distributors earlier this year. “The parallels to early opioid litigation are striking,” Webb said. “These cases can protect consumers and prevent another public health crisis.” About Rusty Webb Rusty Webb is the founder of The Webb Law Centre in Charleston, West Virginia. He has served in the West Virginia House of Delegates and has represented individuals and communities in precedent-setting complex tort, environmental, and public interest litigation. Media Contact: Webb Law Centre PLLC 714 Venture Drive Charleston, WV 25309 www.webblawcentre.com
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Charles R. “Rusty” Webb, founder of The Webb Law Centre, PLLC, has been nominated to The American Association of Attorneys Advocates™ (AAAA) 2025 Dedication to Outstanding Advocacy Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attorney directory for West Virginia.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Charles “Rusty” Webb, founder of the Webb Law Centre, is stepping into the national spotlight as one of the first attorneys to formally launch a litigation strategy focused on kratom—a controversial botanical compound tied to addiction, organ damage, and fatal overdoses. As kratom continues to be sold widely in gas stations and online, the FDA has stepped up its scrutiny, issuing multiple public health warnings and cracking down on manufacturers for deceptive marketing and unapproved claims. With mounting injuries and fatalities, Webb believes kratom may become the next mass tort litigation wave—comparable to early opioid lawsuits. “Kratom is marketed as ‘natural’ and ‘safe,’ but many of the same red flags we saw in opioid cases are here again,” said Webb. “It’s time to hold these companies accountable.” National Legal Review Underway The Webb Law Centre is now reviewing kratom-related injury cases nationwide. The firm is accepting inquiries from: Families impacted by fatal overdoses involving kratom Individuals experiencing severe addiction or organ failure Healthcare professionals and whistleblowers Attorneys seeking co-counsel relationships on emerging kratom litigation With more than 30 years of legal experience and a background in high-stakes toxic tort and product liability claims, Rusty Webb is well-positioned to lead this emerging legal front. “We’ve seen firsthand what happens when dangerous products are allowed to spread unchecked,” Webb said. “We won’t let history repeat itself.” About Rusty Webb Rusty Webb is a nationally recognized trial lawyer based in Charleston, West Virginia. He has served in the West Virginia House of Delegates and has litigated precedent-setting injury cases throughout the region. Webb is known for his work in complex torts, environmental cases, and public interest litigation. Media Contact Webb Law Centre 714 Venture Drive, Charleston, WV 25309 www.webblawcentre.com
As kratom gains national attention for its potential health risks and legal scrutiny, individuals harmed by this herbal supplement are starting to ask the critical question: "Do I have a case?" Attorney Charles "Rusty" Webb of The Webb Law Centre in Charleston, West Virginia is one of the few lawyers in the country focused on kratom litigation. Here's what you need to know if you're considering filing a lawsuit against a kratom manufacturer or distributor. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Kratom is legal in many states but unregulated, leading to major risks for consumers. Lawsuits are emerging over injuries tied to kratom addiction, overdose, and death. The Webb Law Centre is currently reviewing cases involving wrongful death, liver failure, addiction, and adulterated kratom products. If your injury is tied to a known brand-such as Feel Free tonic-you may have a strong case. Kratom cases are NOT class action-they are mass torts, meaning your injuries must be evaluated individually. THE LEGAL LANDSCAPE The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved kratom for any medical use, and multiple states are now considering bans or regulations. Some manufacturers market kratom as a dietary supplement, sidestepping regulation-despite its well-documented links to addiction, hallucination, seizures, liver damage, and even death. "These are serious cases, and people deserve the truth about what they're putting into their bodies," says Rusty Webb. "Families are grieving, and they're shocked that something so dangerous is being sold openly in gas stations and online." WHAT MAKES A KRATOM CASE STRONG? Each case is fact-specific, but common threads among strong cases include: Use of a known kratom product linked to harm Documented medical diagnosis or treatment Sudden or escalating addiction symptoms Liver failure, overdose, or death Underage access or deceptive marketing THE WEBB LAW CENTRE APPROACH Unlike large national firms chasing volume, The Webb Law Centre takes a personal, investigative approach to each case. They work with toxicologists, addiction specialists, and medical experts to build litigation-readyclaims. "We don't just take your case-we build it," says Webb.