Innovator engagement programme

UK and EU liability frameworks, with a focus on life sciences products 

Presented by Peter Rudd-Clarke, Partner for Osborne Clarke LLP

Peter Rudd-Clarke (Osborne Clarke) specialises in helping businesses navigate regulatory challenges and liability risks, particularly in the life sciences, healthcare and consumer products sectors. 

Peter advises a range of businesses including medical device companies, software producers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, service providers and producers of lifestyle products.

His regulatory experience includes advising on the regulation of medical devices and consumer products, as well as CE/UKCA marking, clinical trials, regulatory investigations, the application of industry codes and ongoing compliance matters.

The litigation and risk management side to Peter’s practice involves defending manufacturers of complex products against liability claims, often across multiple jurisdictions; as well as advising clients on product recalls and corrective actions. 

Peter is ranked in the Legal 500.

This session will cover

  • UK/EU reform of product liability laws

  • Where AI/SaMD products fit into the liability framework

  • Using compliance and post-market surveillance to mitigate liability risk

  • Contractual protections, and allocating risk within the supply chain

  • Interacting with regulators over compliance breaches and safety concerns