France Urges ‘Quick Action’ on Endocrine Disruptors
June 11, EurActiv
Chemicals used in everyday products can contain endocrine disruptors. Read about the concerns expressed in France and what the country is trying to do with these chemicals…
Landmark Ruling on Territorial Application of Consumer Protection Act
June 5, Lexology
A recent ruling in a United Kingdom court has clarified manufacture liability to UK goods sold outside of the country. Read the court’s ruling and the impact it could have on product liability cases in the UK…
Brown Calls for Mandatory Standards for Grocery Carts
June 10, The Columbus Dispatch
Injuries to children in shopping carts have gotten the attention of a Senator from Ohio. Read his concerns and why he is calling on the Consumer Product Safety Commission to act…
Bolstering Food Safety with Traceability Systems
June 6, Beverage On-Line
Food recalls are on the rise and tracing food products is becoming more and more important as the implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) grows near. Read about food traceability systems and why they will become more important when FSMA is implemented…
VUW Design Lecturer Leading Charge for Child-Safe Button Batteries
June 12, Wellington Scoop
Button cell batteries can cause severe damage, including death if swallowed. Read about a potential breakthrough that could improve the safety of these common batteries…
Riskiest Countries for Business: FM Global Ranks Nations by Supply Chain Resilience
June 11, Reuters
A global insurance company has released a report that examines supply chain resilience by country around the world. Read the results of which countries have the most resilient supply chains here…
