The current regulatory and claims environment for products, food and beverage, automobiles, medical devices, and more, is rapidly shifting amid layoffs at the federal level, slowdowns on inspections, and the potential for reduced enforcement.
In response, business leaders are working to stay up to date on policy changes to maintain compliance. However, diligence should remain a top priority to protect their brands and safeguard themselves from litigation. The recall environment has become increasingly litigious, with lawsuits arising from incidents involving salmonella, listeria, and other outbreaks as well as claims alleging false advertising, design defects, or