a16z Podcast The Robot Lawyer Resistance
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Mar 1, 2023 Joshua Browder, the innovative founder of DoNotPay, discusses how his AI platform empowers consumers to fight bureaucracy and corporations effortlessly. With over 2 million cases resolved, Browder plans to integrate robot lawyers into physical courtrooms. The conversation delves into the resistance from traditional legal systems, surprising laws, and how technology can reshape consumer rights. He also explores the complexities of law and shares his vision for making legal assistance accessible to all.
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DoNotPay Origin
- Joshua Browder received numerous parking tickets, inspiring DoNotPay.
- He realized that knowing the right things to say could save money.
Untapped Consumer Rights
- Many consumer protection laws exist, but people lack the time to use them.
- DoNotPay automates these legal processes, empowering consumers.
Automating Consumer Rights
- DoNotPay automates tasks like refunds and cancellations, saving consumers time.
- Its approach is to be persistent, like a "squeaky wheel," to get results.