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Directive on liability for defective products

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EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (LIABILITY FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS) REGULATIONS, 2000. The main effect of the Act is to introduce into Irish law the principle of “strict” or “no fault” liability. This imposes liability on the producer, and in certain circumstances, the supplier of a defective product. This directive was adopted into Irish law with the introduction of the The Liability for Defective Products Act, 1991. Products Covered under the Act The Act covers products that are — (i) intended (...) Read more

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