Doe v. OpenAi Foundation f/k/a OpenAi Inc.

What this case is about

Consumers are suing OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence products, alleging that the company improperly collected, used, or handled their personal data and information. The plaintiffs claim that OpenAI engaged in conduct related to their personal property rights in connection with user data, seeking a court declaration clarifying the rights and obligations of the parties. The proposed class is expected to include individuals who used OpenAI's products or services and whose personal information was allegedly affected by the company's data practices. The lawsuit, filed as a diversity action seeking declaratory judgment, asks the court to formally determine the legal boundaries of how OpenAI may collect and use consumer information, rather than simply seeking monetary damages.

What happens next

The case is in its earliest stage. The defendant has not yet responded. Class certification — the court's decision on whether the case can proceed as a class action — typically takes 12 to 24 months after filing.

Source: CourtListener docket entry. This summary was generated automatically and may not reflect subsequent filings.