Product recalls require fast and careful judgment. Gough Square Chambers advises businesses facing urgent product safety issues. Members help clients assess risk, engage with regulators, and manage recall decisions.
Chambers has a wealth of experience of recalls under the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 and sector-specific legislation. This includes advising on when a recall is required and how corrective action should be structured.
Chambers has particular experience of dealing with regulators during product safety crises. This often involves urgent pre-enforcement discussions about corrective action, product withdrawal, or recall.
Members also act in disputes arising from product recalls. These may involve enforcement action, criminal investigations, or appeals. Chambers provides clear and practical advice to help businesses manage regulatory risk during high-pressure product safety incidents.