News Summary

Scale AI is contending with its third lawsuit in about a month, as workers allege they experienced psychological trauma from reviewing disturbing content without sufficient safeguards. The latest class action complaint, filed in the Northern District of California, involves six workers who claim they were misled about the nature of their jobs, leading to mental health issues such as PTSD. They allege they were forced to write distressing prompts about violence and abuse, including child abuse, and faced retaliation when seeking mental health support. The plaintiffs are seeking a medical monitoring program, new safety standards, and damages. This follows a previous lawsuit by a former worker over misclassification and inadequate pay. Scale AI maintains compliance with laws, offering opt-outs and health programs, and denies taking projects involving child sexual abuse material. The law firm representing the workers, Clarkson Law Firm, has previously filed unsuccessful suits against other tech companies.