Read later Summary: Human-robot interaction is upon us - we're in dire need of a framework that makes sense. Asimov's three laws of robotics are one model, but is it applicable to today's robots? An alternative based on robot "empowerment" is worth a close look. It's become increasingly clear that human-robot interaction is expanding rapidly, and it's time to think about how this will work. This article is going to be a little technical and involves some math, so I'll start with the conclusions: Growth in human-robot interactions is happening faster than we thought. These are not devices that possess advanced AI. They are everyday devices meant to work with humans, e.g., Automated Transportation, ATMs, Education, Surveillance and Safety, Cooking, Medicine, Home Maintenance, and Mining Equipment.