A lawsuit against Activision, the maker of Call of Duty, filed by families of Uvalde shooting victims, claims the company is responsible for promoting products used by the gunman. Activision's lawyer, Bethany Kristovich, contended that the legal claims are barred by the First Amendment, noting that creators cannot be held liable for audience actions. Parents of victims attended the hearing, with Kimberly Rubio emphasizing the need for answers. The lawsuit cites the argument that Call of Duty's marketing crosses ethical boundaries regarding gun violence.
Activision lawyer Bethany Kristovich emphasized that the "First Amendment bars their claims, period full stop." She maintained that courts have repeatedly affirmed that creators cannot be held liable for audience actions.
The families, represented by their attorney, argued that Call of Duty promotes gun violence and exceeds First Amendment protections by engaging in marketing, which they believe should carry some legal responsibility.
Kimberly Rubio expressed a shared sentiment among parents affected by the Uvalde shooting, stating, "We traveled all this way, so we need answers," underscoring their determination to see the case progress.
The lawsuit, contested by Activision, was filed on the second anniversary of the tragic Uvalde shooting, which resulted in the deaths of 19 students and two teachers.
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