Fair Repair Act Passes in NY

Fair Repair Act Passes in NY

The Fair Repair Act has passed in New York, the U.S.’s first “right-to-repair” bill broadly concerning user electronics. Right-to-repair has been a topic of keen interest in the technology sector for a while, most often mentioned in conjunction with Apple and...
Europe Introduces “Right to Repair” Regulations

Europe Introduces “Right to Repair” Regulations

Many of us have an appliance or two that is as old as we are. Perhaps Grandma’s old stand mixer, or the microwave our parents got when they got married. Maybe the iron that used to press Grandpa’s shirts, or the old family radio. But we won’t have...
European Commission Expands ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation

European Commission Expands ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation

In December of 2018, the European Commission (EC) passed legislation making right-to-repair the law for many home appliances, including washing machines and fridges. The new laws required manufacturers to make parts available to consumers and to repair shops and...