Ask Allan

Ask Allan is a feature where Allan responds to frequently asked questions regarding regulatory policies, public policy developments, or other legal and business matters. If you have further questions, submit your inquiries via email to AskAllan@zacklerlaw.com.

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• You lawyers always seem to be so enamored with getting everything in writing, especially agreements. What's the big deal? Telephone calls, handshakes and emails have always worked for me.

• In connection with consumer complaints about products, I've heard the term "products liability" and "strict liability" used. What's the difference and how does it affect my business?

• What recall powers do the FDA and USDA have?

• What's the difference between a food, a dietary supplement, and a drug?

• Is it true that the USDA has legally defined a sandwich?

• When we discuss labeling of foods and supplements you often refer to the "NLEA". What does it stand for?

• What are the "PDP" and "IP" and how do they differ?

• What are the legal requirements for a product recall?

 

 

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