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May 08, 2023
Heather Lawley
global head of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG)
Moving ESG from obligation to transformation

With clients, employees and investors placing increased emphasis on the role of corporate citizenship, the pressure is on for the enterprise community to develop strategies and deliver initiatives that showcase regard for a healthier planet and a mor…

May 08, 2023 by Heather Lawley, global head of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG)
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May 03, 2023
Chris Harvey
VP, crisis solution
Product recall: Not a question of if… but when

When their products’ safety comes into question, time is everything for the thousands of companies that endure product recalls each year. With public safety and financial and reputational damage at stake, decisions need to be made quickly. A fast but…

May 03, 2023 by Chris Harvey, VP, crisis solution
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April 14, 2023
Chris Occleshaw
recall consultant
European Union automotive industry will go zero emissions by 2035

The European Union will officially adopt legislation to end sales of new petrol- or diesel-powered vehicles beginning in 2035 after EU Member States gave final approval to the law in late March. The final vote on the legislation was originally schedu…

April 14, 2023 by Chris Occleshaw, recall consultant
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March 28, 2023
Matt Walker
recall advisor
Eye drops become latest OTC product impacted by recalls

The healthcare industry is changing to accommodate more modern demands, particularly those of patients who choose to self-treat. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications have risen in popularity recently, as patients increasingly seek more flexibility to t…

March 28, 2023 by Matt Walker, recall advisor
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March 22, 2023
Chris Harvey
VP, crisis solution
2022 was a record-breaking year for U.S. product recalls

Recent data shows that more than 1 billion units of food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, vehicles and consumer products were recalled in the U.S. for the second year in a row. In 2022, the number of units recalled was a record-breaking 1.5 billion…

March 22, 2023 by Chris Harvey, VP, crisis solution
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March 17, 2023
Chris Occleshaw
recall consultant
European product recalls increased in 2022, with heightened regulatory activity expected in 2023

According to Sedgwick’s 2023 State of the Nation Recall Index report, product recalls in five key European sectors increased in 2022 for the second consecutive year. The 10,545 recall events in 2022 represent a 4.3% increase over 2021 numbers for the…

March 17, 2023 by Chris Occleshaw, recall consultant
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March 07, 2023
David Stills
senior vice president, carrier and risk practice
Gaining confidence in compliance

In a world of constant change and evolving challenges, risks are more interconnected than ever. Considering the speed at which news travels, the heavy focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG), and the daunting geopolitical environment, org…

March 07, 2023 by David Stills, senior vice president, carrier and risk practice
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February 27, 2023
Chris Harvey - VP, crisis solution; Amanda Combs - recall consultant; and Matt Walker - business development director
The CPSC’s proactive stance in 2023

The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) took a more aggressive enforcement stance in 2022, making it clear that companies needed to report any safety issues promptly or risk legal actions and steep fines. That approach is has continued in 2023…

February 27, 2023 by Chris Harvey - VP, crisis solution; Amanda Combs - recall consultant; and Matt Walker - business development director
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February 14, 2023
Chris Harvey
VP, crisis solution
U.S. regulatory agencies prioritize child safety in consumer products

Regulators in the United States have been moving especially quickly in the past year to implement new rules to protect children. With 2023 now well underway, companies should expect even more regulatory changes as federal agencies update their langua…

February 14, 2023 by Chris Harvey, VP, crisis solution
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February 08, 2023
Julie Ross – international business development director, brand protection, Sedgwick International and guest author: Juliette VOGEL – Lawyer, Paris Bar and partner, HMN & Partners
Product recall: anticipating crisis management and protecting your brand

Lisez ceci en français. The transformation of economic activities throughout the last 25 years has been driven by multiple factors: changes in legislation, technological advances, changes in consumer habits and the increasing complexities of a globa…

February 08, 2023 by Julie Ross – international business development director, brand protection, Sedgwick International and guest author: Juliette VOGEL – Lawyer, Paris Bar and partner, HMN & Partners
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January 27, 2023
Eric Schmitt - chief global information security officer and Brenda G. Corey - SVP compliance & regulatory
Data privacy and protection: balancing your approach to cybersecurity risk

In a world increasingly concerned with privacy and protection, companies must balance their awareness of risk with compliance amid rapidly changing regulations. From a data protection standpoint, over the past 24 months, there has been an increased e…

January 27, 2023 by Eric Schmitt - chief global information security officer and Brenda G. Corey - SVP compliance & regulatory
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January 24, 2023
Kathy Tazic
managing director client services
Imagine 23: highlighting industry trends for the year ahead

Sedgwick’s industry experts and thought leaders are committed to keeping our clients informed on emerging challenges, opportunities and industry news. We’re excited to introduce our Imagine 23 list, which highlights topics and trends employers, risk …

January 24, 2023 by Kathy Tazic, managing director client services
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January 13, 2023
Guest author: Stefan Lohn
Spotlight: The proposed Product Liability Directive and AI Liability Directive

Foreword by Chris Occleshaw, international product recall consultant at Sedgwick: Welcome to the latest edition of Spotlight. Spotlight is our way of sharing insights and perspectives from our strategic partners – lawyers, insurers, risk managers an…

January 13, 2023 by Guest author: Stefan Lohn
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January 09, 2023
Wayne Mitchell
global director, sales and marketing
Cybersecurity threats in the automotive industry

In the past decade, legislators and federal agencies have introduced legislation to counter cyberattacks across many industries, including automotive. With the rise of autonomous vehicles, a variety of concerns have been laid out as several third-par…

January 09, 2023 by Wayne Mitchell, global director, sales and marketing
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December 27, 2022
Mark Buckingham
recall advisor
A decline in European product recalls — and what businesses need to know

According to our latest European product recall index report, the overall number of recall events in Europe fell 8.8% in the third quarter, compared to Q2. The pharmaceutical sector experienced the greatest decline, registering 25.0% fewer events. Th…

December 27, 2022 by Mark Buckingham, recall advisor
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