New EU Product Liability Directive Comes Into Force
By EsqSocial Corporation 24/12/24
The Directive expands the scope of liability to digital products (including AI systems), fulfilment service providers, and online platforms, while reducing the burden of proof for claimants. On 9 December 2024, the new Directive on Liability for Defective Products, Directive (EU) 2024/2853 (Product Liability Directive), came into effect. Companies are strongly encouraged to prepare for the stricter liability standards that will be enforced by 9 December 2026, at the latest....
By: Latham & Watkins LLP