With nearly a million active daily users, Roblox is one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world. Roblox markets itself as the place where kids can safely explore their creativity, build virtual worlds, and interact with others online. In reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Our law firm has already filed more than 10 lawsuits against Roblox for the role their negligence has played in harming children who were groomed, sexually abused, or even kidnapped on the platform. Parents need to, not only remain vigilant around this platform, but understand their options if their child is harmed.
In this guide, we will explain the common types of harm that occur on Roblox and what legal avenues are available to you so you can take appropriate action.
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Concerning Problems on Roblox
Roblox may go out of their way to market themselves as safe, but the cases actively against them have proved otherwise. Some of the most concerning problems on the gaming platform include:
- Exposure to explicit sexual content: Although Roblox claims to have safeguards in place, predators continue to get around chat filters and weak safety features. On top of that, some games contain simulated sexual activity, violence, and drug use.
- Sexual exploitation and grooming: Due to the lack of age verification measures on the platform, predators have been able to pose as children and lure them into conversations on Roblox, as well as other sites such as Discord where they can elevate the abuse.
- Bullying and harassment: Players have been reportedly bullied and harassed via Roblox’s in-game chat system.
- Financial exploitation: In some cases, young players may be pressured to spend money on in-game purchases or scammed out of their Robux (Roblox’s form of digital currency).
While these are not the only harmful experiences that happen on Roblox, they do represent some of the most common. When they happen, they often leave parents and guardians feeling powerless. However, the following legal remedies may be available.
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Does Roblox Have a Legal Responsibility to Its Players?
Yes. Like any company operating an online platform used by children, Roblox has a legal duty of care to take reasonable steps to protect users from foreseeable harm. This includes:
- Developing and enforcing safety protocols
- Monitoring for harmful behavior
- Removing predators or dangerous content
- Implementing reliable age-verification systems
- Responding to reports of abuse promptly
- Ensuring third-party developers follow platform rules
Roblox markets itself as a safe environment for children. When a company emphasizes safety as a selling point, the law holds them to that promise. If Roblox fails to exercise reasonable care, and a child is harmed as a result, the company can be held legally accountable.
When Roblox May Be Liable for Harm
Families may have legal claims against Roblox when the company:
Fails to monitor or moderate harmful content
If explicit games, sexualized avatars, or grooming behavior continue unchecked, Roblox may be responsible for failing to remove dangerous content.
Ignores warnings or user reports
When parents or players report predators or unsafe activity and Roblox fails to act, the company may face liability for negligence.
Allows predators to contact children without adequate safeguards
Weak age verification, poor chat controls, and ineffective reporting tools contribute to preventable harm.
Permits minors to join games containing adult content
If inappropriate games are easily accessible to children, Roblox may be legally responsible for exposing minors to those dangers.
Profits from interactions that lead to abuse
Because Roblox earns revenue from in-game purchases and avatar upgrades, courts may scrutinize whether the platform benefits financially from environments that endanger children.
Potential Legal Claims Against Roblox
Depending on the circumstances, parents may pursue claims such as:
- Negligence
- Failure to warn
- Product liability if the platform created an unsafe environment
- Intentional infliction of emotional distress
- Civil claims for sexual exploitation or child abuse
Families may also have claims against individual offenders who harmed their child, but these cases often focus on Roblox because the platform enables, facilitates, or ignores the dangerous behavior.
What Families Should Do If Their Child Has Been Harmed on Roblox
If your child has experienced grooming, exploitation, bullying, or exposure to explicit content on Roblox, taking the following steps can help protect your legal rights:
1. Preserve digital evidence
Save screenshots, chat logs, usernames, profile links, timestamps, and game names. This evidence is often critical to pursuing a lawsuit against Roblox.
2. Take photos or videos of your child’s device
Capture any harmful content before it disappears or is deleted by the platform.
3. Report the user to Roblox, but do not rely on the platform alone
Roblox may not take meaningful action. In fact, we’ve seen many cases where Roblox takes days or weeks to respond to a concerned parent (if at all). Reporting helps document what happened. However, it does not replace legal intervention.
4. Secure your child’s accounts
Change passwords or disable accounts to stop ongoing communication.
5. Have an honest, supportive conversation with your child
Children who have been groomed often feel shame, fear, or confusion. A calm and understanding approach helps them feel safe and supported. Remind your child that they are not in trouble and that they can be honest with you about what they experienced.
6. Contact an attorney experienced in online child exploitation cases
The attorneys at Anapol Weiss understand digital platforms, online grooming, and how negligent tech companies like Roblox operate. We can take immediate action to protect your child and preserve evidence.
Why These Cases Require an Experienced Legal Team
Cases involving Roblox and child exploitation are complex. They require attorneys who understand:
- How predators use gaming ecosystems
- The hidden features and loopholes within Roblox
- How digital grooming works
- Safe evidence collection
- How to litigate against large tech companies
- How to work with trauma-informed professionals
Anapol Weiss has already filed multiple lawsuits against Roblox on behalf of abused children. Our team understands the platform’s failures and knows how to build strong, evidence-driven cases that hold negligent companies like Roblox accountable.
You Are Not Alone. We Are Here to Help.
If your child has been harmed on Roblox, you do not have to navigate this alone. You have legal rights, and your family deserves answers. Anapol Weiss can help you take the next steps and protect your child’s safety and future.
Contact Anapol Weiss today for a confidential conversation about your case.
Disclaimer: This blog is intended for informational purposes only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. It should not be considered as legal advice. For personalized legal assistance, please consult our team directly.
