Agenda

Timings are in GMT (London)

  1. Proposition 65

    WHAT IS PROP 65:

    • What the law was intended to do versus what it has done
    • Chemicals and products covered
    • What a Prop 65 exposure is

    WARNINGS:

    • Examples of compliant warning language
    • Unique warning language depending on the product
    • Specifics of online warnings

    WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET A VIOLATION:

    • Investigate
    • Understanding how to spot an invalid notice
    • Examine liability in the supply chain
    • Do you need a lawyer?

    MINIMIZING RISK:

    • Importance of testing for chemicals in products
    • How to calculate exposure to Prop 65 chemicals
    • Prophylactic warnings
    • Understanding who in the supply chain is responsible
    • Requiring supplier compliance and tendering defense

    SETTLING & LITIGATING CLAIMS:

    • Pros and cons
    • Understanding what factors go into evaluating a settlement
    • The costs of litigating a Prop 65 claim in CA courts
    • Strategies available when defending claims
    Dennis Raglin Dennis Raglin
    Partner, Steptoe LLP
  2. Finish