Court Dismisses Explosive Onlyfans 'Chatter Scam' Lawsuit

The Legal Drama Unfolds

A federal judge has delivered a decisive blow to a high-profile lawsuit against OnlyFans and several creator-management companies, accused of orchestrating so-called 'chatter scams.' On December 12, 2025, U.S. District Judge Fred W. Slaughter ruled that the allegations, as they stand, simply don't hold water in court. This sweeping decision cleared Elite Creators LLC and other defendants of wrongdoing, while offering the plaintiffs a final chance to revise their claims.

The Subscribers' Claims

The lawsuit, initiated by a group of OnlyFans subscribers, accused the platform of misleading users into thinking they were chatting directly with creators when, in fact, they were engaging with paid third-party chatters. According to the plaintiffs, many creators enlist outside management agencies to handle their accounts, including messaging, selling content, and engaging with fans. They alleged this practice breached user trust, violated privacy laws, and even strayed into federal racketeering territory.

“The Court correctly rejected the attempt to manufacture a narrative of coordinated wrongdoing where none existed,” commented Loren Washburn, general counsel for Creators Inc. “Operating a legitimate business is not misconduct, and routine, lawful practices cannot be recast as fraud through conclusory allegations.”

Judge's Reasoning: Why the Claims Didn't Stick

Judge Slaughter didn't hold back in explaining why the lawsuit failed to meet basic legal standards. The court noted that the plaintiffs couldn't adequately prove that OnlyFans’ parent companies could be sued in California due to their overseas or Delaware bases. This geographical hurdle, coupled with the lack of evidence that the companies specifically targeted California, led to their dismissal from the case for now.

Adding to the plaintiffs' woes, the court dismissed several non-California users from the case, citing OnlyFans' terms. The judge also found no evidence of a criminal-style 'chatter scam' or organized fraud, rejecting the racketeering claims. Furthermore, privacy claims fizzled out as the court noted that messages weren't intercepted in real-time, a requirement under wiretap laws.

Elite Creators and OnlyFans Terms: The Final Nail

The court's decision not to hold Elite Creators LLC liable for any alleged misconduct was a significant relief for the company. The judge highlighted that the plaintiffs failed to specify any false statements or fraudulent coordination by Elite Creators. With vague and unsupported allegations, the claims simply couldn't proceed.

OnlyFans' own Terms of Service also played a crucial role in the lawsuit's dismissal. The platform explicitly states that creators might use agents or third parties to manage their accounts, and clearly outlines that transactions occur between fans and creators, not the platform itself. As these disclosures were clearly documented, the plaintiffs' claims of legal deception could not stand.

What's Next?

Although the lawsuit was dismissed, Judge Slaughter has given plaintiffs until January 2, 2026, to file an amended complaint. If they fail to meet this deadline, or if their new filing doesn't address the legal issues, the case could be permanently shut down.