Which is the ideal model of liability for autonomous system? Cover Image

Jaký je ideální model odpovědnosti za autonomní systém?
Which is the ideal model of liability for autonomous system?

Author(s): Jan Tomíšek
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: artificial intelligence; liability; autonomous system

Summary/Abstract: This paper deals with practical issues of liability for damages caused by autonomous systems where it is (considering design of the relevant systems and the volume of data inputs) difficult to predict and prevent a damage and also difficult to determine the cause of the specific damage. Based on an analysis of the ideal liability model for such systems, current rules laid down in Czech Civil Code regarding liability for dangerous facility and product liability are discussed. Regime of liability for dangerous facility is found suitable as a liability model for autonomous system and it is proposed to be supplemented by a compulsory insurance system. With regard to product liability, it is proposed to broaden conditions for liability liberation and extend accountability to the defects of purely software autonomous systems.

  • Issue Year: 9/2018
  • Issue No: 18
  • Page Range: 29-54
  • Page Count: 26
  • Language: Czech