Attorney Kelly Huang Addresses The Liability Issues Of Self Riding Cars
Self-driving vehicle technology has risen to the leading edge in highway safety dialogues in recent years. In the field of personal injury, the concept of liability in a crash requiring a self-driven vehicle has caused many legal scholars and legal professionals to change their perceptions. "Several class-action suits and personal injury promises have already been filed against the makers and controllers of self-driving vehicles," says Mr. Huang, who has practiced law for over 20 years. State and federal regulators have moved swiftly to enact legislation protecting public safety. Among these initiatives are the SELF Driving Act financed by U.S. Department of Transportation, the Federal Automated Vehicles Policy, and A Vision for Safety 2.0 written due to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). With this latter initiative, the NHTSA has provided two sections legislating automated driving systems, with willful guidance for manufacturers and technica...