From a different article[0], it sounds like the guy being sued in this case may have been operating the drone irresponsibly, which opens a window for legislator

From a different article[0], it sounds like the guy being sued in this case may have been operating the drone irresponsibly, which opens a window for legislators to put laws in place that will gives the FAA power to regulate drones: > Pirker operated the aircraft within about 50 feet of numerous individuals, about 20 feet of a crowded street, and within approximately 100 feet of an active heliport at UVA, the FAA alleged. One person had to take "evasive measures" to avoid being struck by the aircraft, the agency said. [0] http://m.kspr.com/nationalnews/Drone-pilot-wins-case-against-FAA/21053270_24851746 http://m.kspr.com/nationalnews/Drone-pilot-wins-case-against...