Medical Robot Damage Liability
The article discusses the liability for damages caused by medical robots, with a focus on the legal challenges faced in regulating them in Oman and worldwide. It explains that medical robots, such as the Da Vinci robot and limb replacement surgeries, are applications of artificial intelligence and are used in diagnosis and surgery. The discussion points out that Omani law and many international legislations do not currently recognize a legal personality for robots, limiting their liability to the principle of "guardianship of objects" or liability for defective products. However, these approaches face obstacles due to the intangible nature of robots and their limited independence. The paper also proposes solutions, including establishing a unified registry for robots, implementing mandatory insurance, creating specialized compensation funds, and the necessity of enacting specific legislation to regulate the liability of medical robots and related damages. These measures aim to protect the rights of those affected and to limit the liability of companies and users.
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