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Failures and the Law
Structural Failure, Product Liability and Technical Insurance 5
Introduction
The interaction between engineering and the law is undergoing dramatic changes. Product liability laws have been introduced in Japan, patent claims over living organisms have been made in bioengineering, and the differing national laws of copyright protection and liability are in the process of harmonisation, especially in the European Union.
Importance of Collaboration
The pace and complexity of these changes make it essential for technologists, lawyers, engineers, and insurance experts to establish a common basis for understanding, co-operation, and exchange of expertise. The recently founded International Society for Technology, Law and Insurance aims to foster such co-operation.
Content Overview
This volume features 46 selected contributions which address various topical issues and the law. The most important issues relate to engineering risks, quality assurance and assessment, and legal implications associated with them. Recent failure cases are explained, and the technical, legal, and insurance-related issues are discussed in detail.
