Product Liability Update – February 2021

Foley Hoag LLP publishes this quarterly Update primarily concerning developments in product liability and related law from federal and state courts applicable to Massachusetts, but also featuring selected developments for New York and New Jersey. If you find this update useful, please encourage your colleagues and contacts to also register with us on our Web site. As always, you can access all of our publications at  www.foleyhoag.com.

Included in this Issue:
MASSACHUSETTS

Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Holds […]

By | March 23rd, 2021 ||

Beyond Essential Goods And Services: Price Gouging Laws Being Applied To A Wide Range Of Products

The majority of price gouging laws have been activated throughout the country for over a year now, but reports of price gouging continue, along with enforcement and lawsuits. While many are aware that price gouging restrictions apply to essential goods such as medical and emergency supplies, some covered goods are often mistakenly thought not to be covered. As a result, companies should remain vigilant and familiarize themselves with the scope of covered products and […]

By | March 18th, 2021 ||

Consumer Product Companies Beware! CPSC Expected To Ramp Up Enforcement Of Product Safety Regulations

Since well before inauguration day, the Biden administration indicated that it would immediately take action to undo the deregulation agenda of the previous administration. As part of this effort, President Biden is expected to nominate a new commissioner and chair to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the coming months. This nomination and subsequent confirmation by a Democrat-controlled Senate will bring the CPSC’s leadership back to its full five-person strength. It will also […]

By | March 9th, 2021 ||