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AI Researcher Sues Tesla Over Collision-Avoidance Failure

2/25/2026

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Samaneh Movassaghi, a 39-year-old AI researcher from San Francisco, is suing Tesla after a collision caused by the Model Y’s collision-avoidance system.
The suit argues Tesla eliminated radar and relied solely on cameras, contributing to the crash.
Movassaghi says she suffered a traumatic brain injury and cognitive impairments.
The complaint seeks medical expenses, lost earnings, and punitive damages.

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Samaneh Movassaghi, a 39-year-old AI researcher from San Francisco, is suing Tesla after a collision caused by the Model Y’s collision-avoidance system.
The suit argues Tesla eliminated radar and relied solely on cameras, contributing to the crash.
Movassaghi says she suffered a traumatic brain injury and cognitive impairments.
The complaint seeks medical expenses, lost earnings, and punitive damages.