Survivor of FSU shooting files lawsuit against Open AI
Reese Gourley, a survivor of the FSU shooting, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, alleging negligence. The lawsuit claims ChatGPT failed to intervene or escalate conversations with the alleged gunman, who reportedly discussed mental health issues, previous mass shootings, and how to operate firearms. This legal action follows a similar lawsuit by another victim's family and a separate suit by the Florida Attorney General.
Why it matters
This lawsuit raises significant questions about the responsibility of AI companies for the misuse of their technology and the potential for chatbots to contribute to real-world harm. It could set a precedent for how AI platforms are held accountable for user interactions, especially concerning violent intent.
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Lydell Rawls / WFSU Public Media Students and community members left flowers as a memorial after the April 17 shooting at FSU. Reese Gourley, a survivor of the FSU shooting, is suing ChatGPT parent company Open AI. Another victim of the mass shooting that took place last year on FSU's campus has filed legal action against OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT.
Reese Gourley, who filed the 71-page lawsuit Aug. 26, was an FSU student at the time when, according to her filing, she was "chased down and shot by the Shooter and sustained serious life-threatening injuries and emotional distress."
The lawsuit accuses OpenAI of negligence and sycophancy, which means they argue chatbot gave desirable answers to the alleged gunman rather than intervening or flagging the conversation.
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