Defending Manufacturers, Importers, and Retailers in High-Stakes Disputes
Clinton Consultancy represents companies in Ghana and across Africa facing consumer protection investigations, product liability claims, and safety-related litigation. We provide discreet, authoritative counsel to safeguard your brand, reputation, and operations.
Consumer Protection Investigations
Regulators such as the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Food & Drugs Authority (FDA), and Competition authorities are increasing enforcement against unsafe, uncertified, or mislabelled products.
We support clients by:
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Preparing responses to regulator investigations and product recalls
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Advising on compliance with consumer safety and labelling laws
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Representing companies in hearings before GSA, FDA, or consumer tribunals
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Negotiating with regulators to minimise penalties and disruption
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Drafting compliance programs to prevent future exposure
Product Liability Defence
Product liability claims can threaten a company’s finances and reputation, particularly when they involve large consumer groups or class actions. We provide:
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Defence in litigation involving defective products, unsafe goods, or health impacts
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Representation in mass claims and group actions
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Legal opinions on liability risks under Ghanaian and international law
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Coordination with insurers on coverage and defence strategy
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Settlement negotiations with affected consumers and regulators
Sectors We Cover
Our product liability and consumer protection services apply to:
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FMCG & Household Goods (detergents, cosmetics, appliances)
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Food & Beverage (safety, certification, mislabelling)
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Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices (safety and regulatory breaches)
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Retail & Distribution (importers and supermarkets facing recall exposure)
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Technology & Electronics (defective goods and consumer safety claims)
Litigation & Arbitration
Where disputes escalate, we represent clients in:
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Civil product liability suits before Ghanaian and African courts
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Class actions and mass consumer claims
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Cross-border arbitration involving suppliers and distributors
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Settlement negotiations with regulators, insurers, and consumer groups
Why Clinton Consultancy
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Experience defending multinationals and importers in product liability matters
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Direct senior partner involvement in politically sensitive disputes
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Knowledge of regulatory standards and consumer law frameworks across Africa
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Discreet handling of recalls, audits, and litigation to protect brand reputation
Contact
For confidential advice on consumer protection or product liability matters:
amanda@clintonconsultancy.com
