EU,Product Liability

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The European Union has just updated to product liability regulations that will reshape how manufacturers, importers, and distributors manage product safety and compensation. This new Directive (EU) 2024/2853, set to take effect on 9 December 2026, replaces the 1985 Council Directive and introduces comprehensive changes that will impact every economic ... Read more

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Now the amendment to the Product Liability Directive is approved, the question arises: How prepared is your company for the sweeping changes coming to EU product liability laws? As a manager or executive responsible for product safety and compliance, staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial. The recent adoption of ... Read more

In 2021, a widely used breathing device manufactured by Philips was the subject of a safety recall. Now, new reporting shows that the replacement machines sent out to customers might also pose dangerous problems.

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'Philips is liable for health problems' say users of apnea devices. Four users of a Philips device used to treat sleep apnea, the Dreamstation 1, are holding the manufacturer liable for health problems. Their lawyer Mr. Mark de Hek has announced this in a letter to the company. The users ... Read more

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Amazon revises its return policy. It will compensate customers up to $1,000 for damage or physical harm caused by products sold by third-party merchants. The policy revision follows the filing of product safety suits against the company. In-house Handling Of Customer Satisfaction Amazon declared on Tuesday 10th of August 2021 ... Read more