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NEWS AND INSIGHTS
December 31
Product Liability Directive gets updated for a digital world
The EU Product Liability Directive (85/374/EEC) (PLD) is being replaced with a new set of regulations nearly 40 years after it was originally signed into law. The regulation has been amended to better meet the demands of a digital world. It entered into force on 9 December 2024. Following a 24-month transition period, the regime will apply […]
December 23
Prioritizing product safety during the holidays
The holiday season is a time of joy, family gatherings, and festive traditions, but it can also bring unique safety risks, especially for children. Each year around the holidays, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) releases its annual Toy-Related Deaths and Injuries report and highlights essential tips to help keep children safe when playing with new toys […]
May 21
European product recalls surge to a 10-year quarterly high
Sedgwick brand protection releases Q1 2024 European Recall Index report LONDON, 21 May 2024 – According to Sedgwick brand protection’s latest European Recall Index report, European product recalls surpassed 3,000 events for the fourth consecutive quarter in Q1 2024. The 3,532 recalls marked a 10.4% increase from the previous quarter and is the highest level of […]
August 08
Industry groups’ call for corrections to EU’s MDR prompts questions about the need for additional guidelines for products marketed to children
Last month, the European Academy of Paediatrics and 22 other medical associations wrote a letter to the EU Health Commissioner, urging the correction of the new EU Medical Devices Regulation (MDR). They warned that the regulation has led to a shortage of medical devices for children and those with rare diseases. The academy underscored the urgency of […]
June 07
European product recalls continue to rise as regulatory scrutiny increases across sectors
European product recalls increased 6.1% in the first quarter of 2023, according to Sedgwick brand protection’s latest European recall index report. In total, the European automotive, consumer product, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors reported 2,914 recalls in Q1. The recall index report goes beyond the recall data to provide an in-depth look at […]
March 29
Getting ahead of marine liability risks
When goods and machinery are produced on one side of the world and shipped to another, challenges arise. After a loss, there are documents to review, shipping regulations to navigate and liability issues to uncover. Whether a company is shipping perishable goods from Peru to the Netherlands or steel throughout Europe, there are laws and […]
March 28
Eye drops become latest OTC product impacted by recalls
The healthcare industry is changing to accommodate more modern demands, particularly those of patients who choose to self-treat. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications have risen in popularity recently, as patients increasingly seek more flexibility to take charge of their own health. For years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has collaborated with pharmaceutical developers and producers […]
January 13
Spotlight: The proposed Product Liability Directive and AI Liability Directive
By guest author: Stefan Lohn Foreword by Chris Occleshaw, international product recall consultant at Sedgwick: Welcome to the latest edition of Spotlight. Spotlight is our way of sharing insights and perspectives from our strategic partners – lawyers, insurers, risk managers and crisis communications experts across industries – on issues that have the potential to influence […]
October 13
Spotlight: Supply chain claims in product recalls: Maximize your recovery of losses
By guest author: David Kidman Foreword by Julie Ross, international business development director at Sedgwick: Welcome to the latest edition of Spotlight. Spotlight is our way of sharing insights and perspectives from our strategic partners – lawyers, insurers, risk managers and crisis communications experts across industries – on issues that have the potential to influence […]
August 15
Product recall claim costs: Is there a true standard?
By Jillian Pancott, senior manager, forensic advisory services, Australia Product recalls impact thousands of companies each year — putting people and brands at risk. The consequences to a company’s reputation, market share and bottom line can be devastating. While the cause behind recalls can vary widely — from salmonella cases to quality control issues — […]
April 27
Rise in deaths linked to children’s products renews push for safety disclosure law
By Jeremy Schutz Following a steady increase in reported deaths caused by faulty children’s products, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is under pressure to act more aggressively in pushing companies to recall products that pose a risk to children and toddlers. In 2021, the U.S. saw the second-highest number of reported deaths related to […]
January 10
Are there sparks ahead for electrical OEMs?
By Mark Buckingham, recall advisor As electrical OEMs congratulate themselves on a bumper year for sales, many remain cautious about what 2022 holds in store as new right to repair regulations start to bite. In some respects, 2021 has been a good year for electrical appliance manufacturers. COVID has brought more investment in homes and […]
December 02
Sedgwick acquires recall, remediation and retention solutions business from Stericycle
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 2, 2020 – Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, today announced its acquisition of Stericycle’s Expert Solutions service line, the market leader in helping companies protect their consumers and brand reputations by managing a wide range of in-market business and product risks. This strategic transaction brings to […]
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