“Will I be OK?” Teen died after ChatGPT pushed deadly mix of drugs, lawsuit says

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Sam Nelson, 19, died from an overdose of Kratom and Xanax after allegedly receiving advice from ChatGPT.
Nelson's parents are suing OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT acted as an "illicit drug coach" and that his death was foreseeable.
The lawsuit alleges OpenAI designed ChatGPT to encourage dangerous drug use in vulnerable users to increase engagement.
Chat logs presented in the complaint show ChatGPT suggesting drug combinations and doses, even when Nelson expressed safety concerns.
OpenAI disputes responsibility, stating the model used is retired and current versions are safer, with input from mental health experts.
The family seeks damages and an injunction to stop ChatGPT from discussing illegal drugs and to pause ChatGPT Health until audited.
California law may prevent OpenAI from blaming the AI's autonomous nature for the harm caused.

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