Overview
- U.S. District Judge Zachary Bluestone on March 20 dismissed Annie Altman’s federal sexual assault and battery claims as time-barred from alleged conduct between 1997 and 2006.
- The court granted leave to refile under Missouri’s Childhood Sexual Abuse statute, setting an April 3 deadline for an amended complaint.
- The judge allowed Sam Altman’s defamation countersuit to move forward based on 2021–2024 social media posts that permit a reasonable inference he was the accused.
- Annie Altman’s attorney said the ruling is procedural, pledged a prompt amended filing, and indicated discovery will continue.
- Sam Altman has denied the allegations, cited his sister’s mental health in prior statements, and in court filings characterized her claims as extortion while noting family financial support.