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On Tuesday, 20 May, AmCham EU met with Michael McGrath, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection. The meeting served as an introduction to AmCham EU’s work and an opportunity to hear more about the Commissioner’s current priorities. AmCham EU underlined the importance of legal certainty, proportionality and alignment across upcoming legislation. We also shared updates on our engagement with the Commission on key sustainability, digital and consumer protection files, including outreach to international partners.  

The discussion also touched on broader EU-US economic relations. A stable, open transatlantic environment that avoids barriers is essential for smooth business on both sides of the Atlantic. Representing AmCham EU were Malte Lohan, CEO and Kim Watts, Senior Policy Manager.

Businesses face a rapidly growing risk of litigation in areas such as sustainability compliance, product liability and digital compliance. This litigation is often financed by third-party litigation funding (TPLF), which offers financial resources to litigants in exchange for a portion of the litigation proceeds. But without sufficient regulatory oversight, TPLF poses risks to the integrity of civil and commercial justice systems. These concerns have prompted calls for stronger EU-wide regulations to ensure transparency, fairness and genuine consumer advocacy in funded legal actions. Find out how TPLF is already increasing exposure to litigation risks across Europe.

On Wednesday, 24 January, AmCham EU met with Arne Christoffels, Head of Cabinet, Paul Van Tigchelt, Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice. The discussion focused on consumer protection issues and the evolving litigation environment in the EU. With Belgium at the helm of the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, learn how we can stand firm against protectionism while boosting the twin digital and green transitions.