What Happens When A Self Driving Car Kills Someone?

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    What Happens When A Self Driving Car Kills Someone?

    Self-driving cars are becoming more and more common on our roadways…but some people are becoming worried.

    Last weekend, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a self-driving Uber in Arizona.  Pilot projects involving self-driving Ubers were immediately halted throughout North America, including in Toronto.  

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    As technology develops, there will surely be bugs to work out.  But what happens when a self-driving car is involved in a major accident?  Who is held accountable?  What are the legal repercussions?  

    I sat down with Roundhouse Radio’s Gene Valaitis to discuss this topic.  You can listen to the full interview here

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