The Law Commission of England and Wales is consulting on proposals that could significantly expand the scope of UK product liability law, bringing software, AI systems and certain digital platform features within a regime traditionally associated with physical products.
If implemented, the reforms could expose technology businesses to new forms of strict liability, change how responsibility is allocated across supply chains and increase the importance of software documentation, contractual protections and insurance.
Our latest guide explores the proposed changes, the businesses most likely to be affected and the practical steps organisations can take to prepare.
Read the guide below, and for tailored advice on the proposed reforms, contractual risk allocation, insurance considerations or your response to the consultation, contact Paddy Kelly.
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