Год выпуска: 2012 Автор: Mark Kendall, Jason McNerlin Издательство: Страниц: 380 ISBN: 1905783671
Описание
In recent years a number of global brands in the automotive, food, toy and consumer goods sectors have suffered following (badly handled) product recalls. Their brands have been damaged and they have suffered significant loss of revenue and market share. In an age when images of defective products spread around the globe in minutes, it is more important than ever for producers to be aware of their legal obligations when recalling products. It is also imperative that they have crisis management processes in place before a recall is initiated, if they are to avoid the common pitfalls. The possible criminal prosecution of directors who fail to meet their obligations adds intensity to the boardroom focus on this area. The often significant costs associated with recalls have led to the growth of insurance as a means of transferring the risk. Across jurisdictions, there are significant differences in the law and practice relating to product safety regulation, recall and liability....
