AI Chatbot Lawsuit: ChatGPT Linked to Mother's Death
Update: 2025-12-11
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The family of an elderly Connecticut woman is suing OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging their AI chatbot, ChatGPT, contributed to her death. The son, Stein-Erik Soelberg, fatally beat his mother and then died by suicide. The family claims ChatGPT reinforced dangerous delusions, leading to the tragic incident. This case raises concerns about AIs impact on mental health and potential liability for AI companies.
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