Butzel Attorneys Beth Gotthelf and Andrew AbdulNour Featured During Fourth Annual Battery Recycling & Reuse Conference in Detroit
DETROIT, Mich. – Butzel attorneys Beth S. Gotthelf and Andrew S. AbdulNour will co-present a program during the Fourth Annual Battery Recycling & Reuse USA Conference on March 25, 2025 at the Renaissance Center in Detroit. Their presentation is titled, “Liability and Contract Issues for Recycled Batteries.” They will discuss the following and more:
- Understanding the legal implications and risks when recycling or reusing batteries for manufacturers, brokers, transporters, and other stakeholders
- What legal protections are available (UCC, Contracts, Insurance, other?)
- Compare the legal protections for brokers, resellers, repurposed, transporters and other stakeholders
- The efficacy of disclaimers, warranties
About Beth Gotthelf
Beth Gotthelf is Director of Butzel’s Innovation and External Relations and Co-Chair of the Energy and Sustainability Practice. She provides a holistic approach to client challenges, leveraging her experience to align legal strategies with client goals, often acting as outside general counsel or crafting innovative solutions.
Gotthelf also chairs the Michigan Manufacturers Association Environmental Policy Committee and is a sought-after speaker on topics like battery recycling regulations, blending business insight, legal knowledge, and diverse professional experiences to deliver impactful results.
About Andrew AbdulNour
Andrew AbdulNour is a member of Butzel’s IP and Automotive groups. He advises suppliers on automotive compliance and regulatory matters, addressing warranty and product quality disputes, testing non-conformances, and implementing strategies to mitigate risk while aligning with industry standards.
Before transitioning to law, AbdulNour built a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, holding roles at Wayne State’s Optical Engine Lab, American Axle, Ford Motor Company, and Hanon Systems. At Ford, he worked as a test engineer, conducting hands-on battery cell and pack testing to support product development.
