New EU Product Liability Directive Comes Into Force

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