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TikTok requires users to “forever waive” rights to sue over past harms (arstechnica.com)
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[–] toned_chupacabra@lemm.ee 13 points 11 months ago

Because sooner or later, some judge will decide it is enforceable.

Plus it serves as a deterrent for some from even filing a suit with the risk of it getting thrown out and them out thousands of dollars in legal fees.