After just two hours of deliberation, a California jury dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its co-founders, ruling his claims were filed too late, according to BBC. The swift procedural dismissal marks a significant setback for Musk's legal campaign against the AI giant in 2024.
Musk sought to expose alleged manipulation and breach of contract by OpenAI. However, the court ruled his claims were essentially expired before they could be fully heard.
Based on this procedural dismissal, it appears unlikely that Musk's core allegations against OpenAI will be adjudicated in this specific legal avenue, though an appeal could prolong the dispute.
The Verdict: Not Liable
A jury in Oakland, California, found Sam Altman, OpenAI, and Greg Brockman not liable for Elon Musk's claims of unjust enrichment and breach of contract, dismissing all charges against them, according to The Guardian. The decision effectively clears OpenAI and its co-founders of the allegations in this case, preventing a public examination of the manipulation claims Musk raised.
