Tesla found partly liable in fatal Autopilot crash, jury awards $329M compensation
A Florida jury has ruled that Tesla shares liability in a 2019 crash involving its Autopilot system, awarding $329 million in damages to the family of a passenger killed in the incident. This is one of the largest verdicts against Tesla regarding its self-driving features. The case marks a significant legal precedent, as Autopilot’s design and marketing were put under close scrutiny. Tesla argued that the driver was responsible, but the court found design flaws in the system contributed to the crash.
This outcome could reshape the legal risk landscape for autonomous vehicle development and influence future regulatory approaches.
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