Autonomous Vehicles
The Litigation Group will educate members about AV and keep them apprised of the status of litigation through litigation group meetings, the group’s list server, and the sharing of materials.
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Many consumer vehicles operate at Level 2 or Level 3 autonomy, meaning they require human supervision and intervention. Companies like Tesla, GM (Super Cruise), and Mercedes-Benz use advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), but true Level 4 autonomy (fully autonomous in specific conditions) is still limited to pilot programs. Robotaxis and roboshuttles are currently the primary focus for Level 4 passenger vehicle autonomy, with companies like Waymo operating in select cities under controlled conditions. However, the number of Level 4 autonomous vehicles operating in real-world conditions. is expected to grow significantly by 2030.
In addition, autonomous trucking is closer to large-scale deployment than passenger AVs due to simpler highway driving conditions. Several companies are already conducting driverless freight runs in the United States, especially in the Southwest.
The Autonomous Vehicle Litigation Group focuses on the legal issues involving autonomous passenger vehicles and trucks in accidents and system failures. The group provides a forum for AAJ members to discuss this emerging technology and share information related to autonomous vehicles.
Group History:
The Autonomous Vehicles Litigation Group was formed in May 2025.
Membership:
The Autonomous Vehicles Litigation Group is limited to Regular, Sustaining, Life, and President’s Club Members
Dues:
The Autonomous Vehicles Litigation Group is complimentary to members of the AAJ Products Liability Section or the AAJ Motor Vehicle Section who can agree to the terms and conditions on membership set forth in the Litigation Group’s Affidavit. If you are not yet a member, you can join the Products Liability Section at www.justice.org/member-groups/sections/products-liability or the Motor Vehicle Section at www.justice.org/member-groups/sections/motor-vehicle.
Litigation Group Cochairs:
Elise Sanguinetti | Arias Sanguinetti, PC, Walnut Creek, CA
Don Slavik | Slavik Law Firm, LLC, Steamboat Springs, CO
Litigation Group members, visit AAJ's Community Center to connect with your colleagues on the list server, search discussion archives, download documents, update your list server settings, and more. Lit Group Member Login
