Coming to America: 10 product liability considerations when expanding to the US

Published: 11-Mar-2021
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Are you thinking of launching your brand on the US market? If so, here are the top ten potential legal pitfalls to watch out for, as Renée Appel and Tonya Esposito, attorneys at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, explain

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This piece identifies ten key considerations that companies should consider if expanding to the US market to ensure compliance with local rules and regulations.

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