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Starting September 2026, EU businesses selling goods to consumers must display two new mandatory notices at point of sale: a standardized legal guarantee notice and the GARAN label for products with extended durability guarantees. The challenge lies not in the content itself, but in implementing these requirements across diverse sales channels, product catalogues, and distribution networks.

When the current EU General Product Safety Directive was defined in 2001, e-commerce platforms were just emerging in the European Union (EU).

Switzerland is implementing binding product law requirements for circular economy principles, marking a significant shift in how businesses must approach product design, manufacturing, and lifecycle management. This mini-series explores the legal implications and compliance obligations for companies operating in or trading with Switzerland.

Dylan's famous lyrics were quoted by Steve Jobs when he unveiled the Macintosh in 1984. (Folklore.org – the original Macintosh) Yet, these timeless lyrics could also foreshadow the evolving role of online marketplaces...

Starting February 2024, Swiss food manufacturers and retailers must comply with new standards following a comprehensive revision of Swiss food law.

The European Union has introduced new mandatory labelling requirements that will fundamentally change how manufacturers and retailers communicate product information to consumers. These obligations cover legal guarantees, repair information, and software update commitments, creating a comprehensive framework for consumer transparency. Understanding these requirements is essential for businesses operating in or selling to EU markets to ensure compliance and avoid potential penalties.

Under current law, the keeper of an automated vehicle remains the central liable party. Their liability stems from Art. 58 of the Road Traffic Act (RTA). According to this provision...

Am 3. September 2025 hat der Bundesrat die Botschaft zur Teilrevision des HMG zuhanden des Parlaments verabschiedet.

In principle, AI-deploying companies are liable for AI output or actions generated by them just as if they had generated the output or acted without the use of AI.

Product liability claims may be based on (1) the Swiss Product Liability Act (PLA), (2) contract law, (3) tort law, or (4) statutory provisions applicable to specific industries.