Monday, October 21 | 12:00 pm ET
The U.S. economy is fueled by commerce involving a wide range of products—some regulated and others not. We all know that medical devices are regulated, but did you know that everyday items like coffee pots, cosmetics, furniture, children’s toys, and clothing items are also regulated? As a manufacturer, importer, distributor, retailer, or e-commerce platform, you have risk exposure for dangerous products in the stream of commerce. Whether your products are regulated or not, you can minimize risk exposure with rigorous internal processes and expert guidance in developing and implementing corrective actions (recalls, retrofits, market withdrawals, etc.) We will discuss the broad categories of regulated products and the applicable regulatory framework, with a spotlight on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s role and guidance on risk minimization for unregulated products.
Presenter
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Beth Schneider NaylorMember
Cincinnati, OH
Tuesday, October 22 | 12:00 pm ET
This session will identify artificial intelligence (AI) use cases for manufacturers, with discussion focusing on current AI trends, developments and thorny legal issues. Our speakers will then outline clear steps forward to AI success for manufacturers in a way that minimizes legal risk and provides a defense for liability.
Presenters
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Eric A. Baker
Member
Indianapolis, IN
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Steven M. Crawford
Member
Louisville, KY
Wednesday, October 23 | 12:00 pm ET
This presentation will give an update on the current status of traditional labor law in the manufacturing setting and how it impacts both union and non-union employers. From employee handbook changes to the election process and what to expect from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), we’ll cover major changes seen under the current administration and what to anticipate as we move into 2025.
Presenter
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Brice C. Smallwood
Managing Associate
Cincinnati, OH
Thursday, October 24 | 12:00 pm ET
After the political upheaval of this summer, Americans will be electing a new president in November. FBT partners Trey Grayson, a Republican, and Jonathan Miller, a Democrat—both former statewide elected officials in Kentucky—will discuss the public policy priorities of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump and how those proposals would impact the manufacturing sector. In addition, they will discuss the control of Congress and the impact of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling ending the Chevron era of federal courts deferring to federal agencies. Finally, they will discuss the growing role of state policymakers in an era of Congressional gridlock.
Presenters
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Trey Grayson
Member
Florence, KY
Washington, D.C.
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Jonathan S. Miller
Office Member-in-Charge
Washington, D.C.
Lexington, KY
Friday, October 25 | 12:00 pm ET
This presentation will focus on current intellectual property (IP) issues that manufacturers should be aware of, as well as best practices for protecting IP to avoid common pitfalls. FBT attorneys Alex Czanik and Jeff Kersting will look at the interplay between patents and trade secrets as well as important privacy considerations, providing a list of tangible takeaways to incorporate into each attendee’s business.
Presenters
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Alexander S. Czanik
Managing Associate
Cincinnati, OH
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Jeffrey F. Kersting
Member
Cincinnati, OH
