OpenAI access to medical histories limited ahead of ChatGPT bellwether trials
By Amy Miller ( November 13, 2026, 23:20 GMT | Insight) -- OpenAI wanted plaintiffs suing the AI company over suicides and psychological harm allegedly linked to ChatGPT to disclose years of medical histories, prescription medications and deeply personal experiences, including childhood trauma and abuse. But a California judge said the requests went too far, siding with plaintiffs who argued that they shouldn't have to reveal so much sensitive information before the court selects representative cases for bellwether trials. OpenAI lost its bid to obtain extensive medical and personal histories from people suing the company over suicides and psychological injuries allegedly linked to ChatGPT after a California judge ruled Friday that the proposed disclosures were invasive and far beyond what was relevant....
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