AI at work: who is responsible for AI's mistakes?
Current Czech legislation does not contain specific legal regulation of liability for AI decisions. Therefore, companies must rely on general liability for damages (§ 2910 of the Civil Code), employer liability for damages caused by an employee (§ 250 of the Labour Code) or product liability for software.
Key takeaways
- Update employment contracts - Clearly define employees' responsibilities for working with AI and its limits.
- Provide human oversight - Have key decisions vetted by employees so that AI itself can't cause a legal problem.
- Internal guidelines on AI use - Ensure employees know how to work with AI, what is allowed and what is not.
- AI Act Readiness - Keep track of legislative developments and prepare for new obligations.
Conclusion
AI brings innovation but also new legal challenges. Companies need to be prepared for the issue of liability for AI mistakes while adapting to upcoming European regulation. Unclarified rules can lead to legal disputes and penalties. We therefore recommend consulting lawyers specializing in employment law and AI compliance.
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The information contained in this article is for general informational purposes only and serves as a basic guide to the issue as of 2025. Although we strive for maximum accuracy, laws and their interpretation evolve over time. We are ARROWS Law Firm, a member of the Czech Bar Association (our supervisory authority), and for the maximum security of our clients, we are insured for professional liability with a limit of CZK 400,000,000. To verify the current wording of the regulations and their application to your specific situation, it is necessary to contact ARROWS Law Firm directly (consultation@arws.cz). We are not liable for any damages arising from the independent use of the information in this article without prior individual legal consultation.