Product Liability in EU: Directives, Trends & Future Outlook

Watch our three webinars now on demand to find out more about product liability. We cover new EU directives, the impact of product liability on the TMT sector, the future of product lifecycle regulation, and more.

18 June 2024 - Webinar one: Decoding the New EU Product Liability Directive and General Product Safety Regulation

The New EU Product Liability Directive
Covering the key changes introduced in the updated directive, focusing on the implications for manufacturers, distributors, and consumers. We cover the expanded scope of products including intangibles, the claimant-friendly mechanisms such as presumptions of defect, and the impact on cross-border litigation within the EU.

The New EU General Product Safety Regulation
An analysis of this new regulation, detailing the stricter compliance requirements for product safety, the role of market surveillance, and the regulation's enforcement mechanisms. We highlight the responsibilities of businesses to ensure consumer protection in the evolving EU market.

25 June 2024 - Webinar two: Emerging Horizons: Navigating AI Act Impact, ESG Trends and Threats in Tech Products, and the Convergence of Life Sciences and Technology

The AI Act and Product Liability: Preparing for a New Era in TMT
Addressing how the AI Act is poised to affect product liability laws, particularly for TMT companies. We cover the essentials of compliance, the impact on product development, and the potential legal implications for TMT businesses.

ESG trends and threats for tech products
To help you navigate this constantly shifting landscape, we bring you up to date on recent and impending regulations, greenwashing and consumer communications, and the key areas that claimant lawyers and enforcement authorities are focusing on.

How should the MedTech industry prepare for the future of product liability?
AI-enabled MedTech is just a new step in medical devices bringing technology into the world of healthcare. How should manufacturers navigate the risk of product liability in the future years?

2 July 2024 - Webinar three: Product Lifecycle Regulation, Insurance Strategies, and the Future of Product Liability

Competition Law: Navigating the Complexities of Product Lifecycle Regulation
We delve into the intricate web of competition laws affecting the product lifecycle, from manufacturing to distribution. We discuss the need for compliance with diverse technical and formal requirements, the shifting responsibilities of importers, and the consequences of regulatory breaches, including fines, liability claims, recalls, and competitor litigation.

Mitigating Risk: Insurance Strategies for Product Liability in Emerging Sectors
A guide for insurers and insureds in addressing insurance considerations for product liability in emerging sectors, such as renewable energy and autonomous vehicle tech.

Product Lifecycle Regulation, Insurance Strategies, and the Future of Product Liability
This brings our series to a close, drawing together the various topics that we have covered in this series, looking at what the future holds.