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Janno Lahe is a Professor of Tort Law at the School of Law, University of Tartu, where he has held academic positions since 2000. He currently serves as Vice Dean for Academic Affairs (since 2019) and is a member of the Law School Council. His career progression includes roles as Associate Professor, Lecturer, and Assistant Professor in Civil/Tort Law at the University of Tartu's Institute of Private Law.
Education:
- Doctor iuris, University of Tartu (2002-2005)
- Magister iuris, University of Tartu (2000-2002)
- Baccalaureus artium in Law, University of Tartu (1996-2000)
Research Focus: Professor Lahe specializes in Tort Law, Civil Law, and Insurance Law, with emphasis on European tort systems, liability frameworks, medical malpractice compensation, and regulatory aspects of emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles. His work frequently examines comparative European law and Estonian jurisprudence.
Publication Trends: His recent articles (2019-2024) demonstrate strong focus on liability in emerging technologies, healthcare compensation systems, and European tort law harmonization. Key themes include autonomous vehicle regulation, patient insurance reforms, and cross-border accident liability.
Projects:
- Open Science in Estonia and Europe: Legal and Economic Approach (2016-2017)
- Theoretical Bases of Harmonisation of Civil Law Institutes in Europe (2008-2011)
- Estonian Legal Space in Global Context (2006-2011)
- Mutual Influences of Estonian Civil Law and European Civil Code (2004-2006)


