Our experts in autonomous vehicles advise clients on adapting to changes, identifying emerging risks and developing practical solutions
The transition to autonomous vehicles is already underway, bringing new opportunities alongside complex legal, regulatory, and commercial challenges. Whether you are deploying, insuring or investing in autonomous vehicle technology, our specialists can help you navigate the evolving landscape with practical, commercially focused advice.
Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise across transport, insurance, technology, product liability, corporate, regulatory and dispute resolution, providing seamless support throughout the lifecycle of autonomous vehicle projects.
How we can help
Advising manufacturers, developers, fleet operators, insurers and businesses adopting autonomous vehicle technology
Interpreting the evolving legal and regulatory framework, including the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 and related legislation
Assessing liability and risk as responsibility shifts between drivers, vehicle operators, manufacturers and software providers
Supporting insurers with emerging claims, coverage issues and changes to underwriting risk
Advising on product liability, safety investigations, and defect management
Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, technology contracts, and supply chain arrangements
Supporting organisations with governance, compliance and risk management as autonomous technologies are introduced
Advising on data protection, cybersecurity, and the use of AI within connected and autonomous vehicles
Managing disputes, investigations and litigation arising from autonomous vehicle incidents
Helping businesses prepare for future developments as regulation and technology continue to evolve.
As the legal landscape develops alongside advances in autonomous technology, organisations will need advice that keeps pace with change. Our team works with clients to identify emerging risks early, develop practical solutions and provide confidence as autonomous vehicles become an increasingly common part of the transport ecosystem.
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About Chris:
Chris is a leading road transport regulatory specialist. He advises goods vehicle and passenger transport operator licence holders on all aspects of transport regulation as well as frequently representing transport companies at public inquiry hearings before the Traffic Commissioners across the UK.
About Jacqui:
Jacqui has over 30 years' legal experience of dealing with catastrophic injury claims, fraud and civil litigation and is based in our knowledge management team in the Liverpool office.