How Mason Hayes & Curran’s Bold Move Into Global Product Safety Could Rewrite Industry Rules Forever

Ever wonder how the fine print in product safety laws actually shapes the gadgets and gizmos we bring home? Well, here’s a curveball: Mason Hayes & Curran, a powerhouse business law firm, is stepping into the spotlight as a sponsor for the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization’s (ICPHSO) International Symposium this October. This isn’t just another run-of-the-mill conference — it’s a global crossroads where regulators, manufacturers, and legal minds converge, all under one roof in London, ready to tackle the wildfire pace of product safety changes. Michaela Herron, the firm’s head of products, nails it when she highlights that in today’s whirlwind of regulatory shifts, keeping ahead means tapping into global collaboration like never before. If you think navigating product safety is a snooze fest, think again — it’s a complex, fast-evolving battlefield of compliance with real stakes. Curious how this shapes the future of consumer protection and what it means for businesses caught in the regulatory maze? Let’s dive into a quick preview of what’s brewing at the 2025 ICPHSO Symposium themed ‘Adapting to Change: Exploring the Future of Product Safety.’ LEARN MORE.

Business law firm Mason Hayes & Curran will sponsor the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization‘s (ICPHSO) International Symposium later this year.

Run in co-operation with the UK’s Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), the symposium will bring key players in product regulation, enforcement and compliance to London from October 14-15.

“As changes to the product safety landscape are occurring frequently and rapidly, global collaboration has never been more important,” said Michaela Herron, head of products at Mason Hayes & Curran.

“The ICPHSO International Symposium offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with all stakeholders who are shaping the future of consumer protection.

“We’re proud to support this event and to help our clients stay ahead in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.”

The symposium is a leading event on the international product safety calendar, and will be attended by regulators, manufacturers, NGOs, legal experts and academic researchers.

The 2025 programme will explore the theme ‘Adapting to Change: Exploring the Future of Product Safety’, with sessions expected to address regulatory developments, emerging technologies and cross-border collaboration.

Photo: Michaela Herron. (Pic: Supplied)