Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
Would the writer of a smartphone app have any liability if someone had a traffic accident while using the app?
Asked on 3/10/17, 1:09 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
McCall Baugh
McCall Baugh, A Professional Law Corporation
In California, there aren't any published cases that deal with this issue squarely. However, a lawsuit was filed recently on this issue. See:
http://www.davesmithlaw.com/blog/2017/01/distracted-driving-death-prompts-lawsuit-against-apple.shtml
In short, smartphone app makers are not currently liable under the law. However, that could soon change.
Answered on 3/10/17, 1:31 pm