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Judge dismisses Sam Altman’s sister’s sexual abuse lawsuit
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US District Judge Zachary Bluestone on Tuesday dismissed a sexual abuse lawsuit filed by Ann Altman against her brother, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The judge ruled that Ann had failed to comply with court requirements, including appearing for an independent medical examination. The dismissal was with prejudice, meaning the case cannot be refiled.
Ann Altman filed the lawsuit last year, alleging that Sam had sexually abused her throughout her childhood. The claims were strongly denied by Sam, his mother, and his brothers in a joint statement. They called the allegations "deeply hurtful and entirely untrue" and said they caused "immense pain" to the family.
Judge Bluestone noted that over the past year, Ann had missed multiple deadlines and ignored warnings that her case would be dismissed. He granted Sam's motion to dismiss with prejudice but denied Sam's request for attorney fees and costs. The decision brings an end to the legal proceedings in that court.
The dismissal has significant implications, as it permanently closes the case unless overturned on appeal. Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, has faced intense public scrutiny, but this ruling removes a legal cloud. The case had been closely watched due to Sam's high profile in the tech industry.
Ann's former lawyer, Santos Perez, who withdrew from the case this month, said he is "no longer authorized to comment" but continues to "believe in Annie." The Altman family's statement from last year remains their position, emphasizing that the claims are false and have caused family pain.
With the case dismissed with prejudice, Ann Altman cannot refile the lawsuit in that court. The ruling marks a legal victory for Sam Altman, though the family's private turmoil may persist. No further legal action is expected in this matter.
