The new European directive on product liability: a disruption of the legal framework

FRENCH After several years of work, Directive (EU) 2024/2853 of October 23, 2024, was adopted to fundamentally modernize the product liability regime. Published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ EU) on November 18, 2024, it repeals Directive 85/374/EEC, which has been in force since 1985, and must be transposed into national legislation by December 9, 2026. This directive aims to strengthen consumer protection while taking into account technological and economic changes. It notably introduces an extension of the scope of liability, relaxation of rules of evidence, and adaptation to new digital and industrial realities. Cette directive vise à renforcer la...