Month: May 2023

In the News: May 29, 2023

Senate Bill Aims To Create Digital And AI Oversight Agency; Microsoft Leaps Into DebateMay 22, 2023, MeriTalkTwo Democratic senators reintroduced legislation to establish a new Federal agency that would oversee digital platforms and AI products for a sector that has more »

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In the News: May 21, 2023

Peloton Will Offer Safety Guard For Recalled Tread+ TreadmillMay 18, 2023, CNBCThe Consumer Product Safety Commission approved a repair for a rear guard of Peloton Interactive Inc’s recalled ‘Tread+’ treadmill. The fitness equipment maker had announced a costly recall of more »

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In the News: May 15, 2023

$15.8 Million Penalty For Product Safety Violation Highlights Disagreements Within CPSCMay 10, 2023, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.A recent penalty imposed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission has highlighted differences among agency leaders about when and why such penalties should more »

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In the News: May 8, 2023

Generator Company To Pay $15.8 Million Fine Related To Defect That Caused Finger AmputationsMay 5, 2023, Penn LiveA Wisconsin company has agreed to pay a $15.8 million civil penalty related to charges that it failed to immediately report a defect more »

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In the News; May 1, 2023

The FDA Appears To Expand Its Definition Of A “Medical Device” To Include CPSC-Regulated Infant Sleep ProductsApril 27, 2023, Retail & Consumer Products Law ObserverThe FDA authorized marketing of Happiest Baby’s SNOO Smart Sleeper, an over-the-counter infant sleep system intended more »

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