Apr. 1, 2026
Who's liable when ChatGPT gives bad legal advice?
As AI becomes part of routine legal practice, the Nippon Life suit squarely presents whether AI-generated legal advice can expose its developers to traditional tort liability.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming part of routine legal practice in California. Attorneys use it for research, drafting and document review. Courts are beginning to see AI-generated briefs and pleadings. Pro per litigants are using AI to prepare pleadings and motions. Tech companies are marketing AI as capable of analyzing claims, drafting legal documents and recommending litigation strategies. Now lawsuits are being filed in this arena.
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