New Legal Risks Posed by Automated Driving

Vehicle technology is advancing at a rapid, seemingly implausible pace, with fully autonomous driving the ultimate goal. Although fully automated driving is still years away, significant advancements in automated technology are here today. This new technology is quickly advancing, outpacing current laws and regulations. These advancements expose significant gaps in our traditional legal framework and challenge lawmakers, regulators and the courts. One area of particular note is the increased risk of vehicle cyber-attacks given the sophisticated data connections and sensors in this new automated technology. Understanding the legal implications and risks associated with automated technology is essential for all in-house counsel.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Provide an overview of automated driving technology
2. Discuss pros/cons of automated technology
3. Learn about the regulatory and legal barriers to adoption of automated technology
4. Gain an appreciation of the legal implications of automated driving
5. Examine current legal and regulatory initiatives relating to automated technology
6. Understand how criminal and civil liability will need to be assessed in this new era of automated technology
7. Discover how automated technology creates new risks, including litigation risks, from vehicle cyber-attack vulnerabilities