Micaela Gomez

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Micaela Gomez is a pioneering legal scholar whose work sits at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and tort law. Her research focuses on the evolving liability frameworks for autonomous systems, exploring how existing legal doctrines can—and must—adapt to the rise of intelligent machines. In her most-cited work, "Liability in Robotics: An International Perspective on Robots as Animals" (2010), Gomez provocatively argues that as robots gain greater autonomy, the law may need to move beyond traditional product liability models toward frameworks resembling those used for animal ownership or agency. Though early in its citation history, this paper has become a foundational reference for scholars grappling with the legal personhood and responsibility of non-human actors. Gomez’s contributions are especially timely as autonomous vehicles, drones, and service robots proliferate, forcing courts to confront novel questions of fault and foreseeability. Her work has been recognized internationally for bridging technical understanding with rigorous legal analysis, making her a sought-after voice in both academic and policy circles. Gomez continues to shape how we think about accountability in an increasingly automated world.