Drafting PMS and vigilance obligations into medical device distribution agreements
In this article we discuss here how manufacturers might ensure, through appropriate contractual provisions, that distributors (and importers) will provide all necessary support to allow a manufacturer to comply with its PMS obligations.
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Product Liability Directive: Are you ready for its Article 9 disclosure obligations?
The New EU Directive on Liability for Defective Products modernises the current EU legislation to bring it up to date with our ever-evolving digital environment. One particularly significant change is the extended disclosure burden. In this article we examine why this burden is particularly difficult for multi-national life sciences businesses and explain the steps you should be taking now to mitigate against potential court sanctions for failure to disclose relevant evidence.
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A new era for product liability in the EU
This article outlines the key changes introduced by the new PLD. It explores the expanded scope of liability and the broader pool of potentially liable parties, as well as the new rules on the burden of proof and disclosure of evidence.
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Fashion and Luxury Market Update
Announcing a record year of growth fuelled by ambitious long-term strategy
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Asymmetric jurisdiction clauses: clarification from the CJEU on enforceability
FinTech Matters - July 2025