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7.14.25

“Brand Protection Takeaways From OpenAI Trademark Case”

Jennifer Fraser and Diego Freire authored the Law360 Expert Analysis column, “Brand Protection Takeaways From OpenAI Trademark Case.”

7.10.25

“Cannabis Employment Compliance: How to Navigate Complex State and Federal Regulations”

Brett Gelbord authored the Cannabis Business Times article, “Cannabis Employment Compliance: How to Navigate Complex State and Federal Regulations.”

6.02.25

“What Two Former Texas U.S. Attorney’s Office Heads Want Business Leaders to Know About DOJ Corporate Enforcement in 2025”

Leigha Simonton and Scott Hogan co-authored The Texas Lawbook article, “What Two Former Texas U.S. Attorney’s Office Heads Want Business Leaders to Know About DOJ Corporate Enforcement in 2025.”

8.07.25

At the Wheel: Summer Edition

Welcome to the June/July edition of At the Wheel: An Automotive Roundup. We begin with highlights from our recent Automotive Legal Summit, a one-day event packed with valuable insights and dynamic…

8.06.25

Protect Your License: Dykema Launches Michigan Cannabis Compliance & Risk Mitigation Training

Flat-fee training prepares your team for inspections, reduces risk, and helps avoid penalties Recent reporting showed that in 2024, the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) issued more than twice…

7.24.25

Texas Senate Continues to Push Broad Ban on Hemp-Derived THC in Special Session

Takeaways The Texas Legislature kicked off a special session Monday, July 21, 2025, to address more than a dozen matters, including responding to Governor Greg Abbott’s recent veto of a full THC ban…

6.26.25

If Not China, Where? The State of IP in Asia's Alternatives

As companies reevaluate their global strategies, many are looking beyond China for R&D, manufacturing, and market expansion. While China has long offered low costs and a skilled workforce, rising…

5.15.25

The Third Quake: Tariffs and International Trade Regulation in 2025

Since World War II and prior to April 2nd of this year, there have been two economic shocks that tipped the global economy into recession: The 2008 financial crash, and the 2020 COVID pandemic. The…

3.27.25

Advance Mobility: ADAS, AV, and EV Litigation and Regulation Issues

As the initial novelty of electric and autonomous vehicles fades, the spotlight has shifted to the increasingly complex legal and regulatory environment that governs them.

5.21.25

AI + Pricing = Antitrust Risk?

Providers and users of certain algorithmic pricing tools are facing government challenges and treble damages class actions. Dykema attorneys Howard Iwrey and Cody Rockey will explore these cases and…

4.30.25

Once More Unto the Breach: International Trade Regulatory and Disputes Risks in 2025

Join Dykema attorney Tim McCarthy for a discussion of the changing global landscape and of measures that can be taken to manage enterprises’ paths forward.

3.18.25

The False Claims Act: Trump DOJ’s All-Purpose Enforcement Tool to Promote Government Efficiency and Legal Compliance

This timely discussion will address evolving risks and trends for your company to consider during the Trump era, including the impact of recent Executive Orders, and strategies to maintain compliance…

8.06.25

12th Annual Definitive Conference for Dental Service Organizations

Considered the best informational and networking event of the year, our award-winning conference brings hundreds of the greatest thought leaders in the industry, all in the same place, for three…

7.23.25

Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2025

Join Dykema for an exclusive one-day summit for in-house legal professionals and business leaders, featuring legal insights, dynamic panels with OEM and supplier voices, and networking with peers…

2.20.25

“Ask the Experts”

Jillian Foerster will serve as a featured speaker on the “Ask the Experts” panel at the Fiduciary Summit 2025, which will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the Northwood Club in Dallas. 

7.16.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | October 2024 Term Conclusion: Part II

As the October 2024 Term drew to a close, the Supreme Court issued several landmark decisions that reshaped core doctrines in administrative law, standing, remedies, and constitutional structure. This…

7.03.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | October 2024 Term Conclusion: Part I

Decisions, decisions! Part I of the final edition of Last Month at the Supreme Court for the 2024 Term captures the outcomes of several critical cases. The Term, which has been described as one of the…

5.29.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | May 2025

As Washington continues to buzz with activity, we are keen to report the latest developments in the May 2025 edition of Last Month at the Supreme Court. Learn about the Court’s evaluation of…

7.28.25

Changes to H-1B Lottery Selection Process Proposed

In a move that could significantly affect H-1B employers and those foreign nationals seeking these visas, the Trump Administration has reportedly proposed altering the way in which H-1B lottery…

7.18.25

Insurance Bad Faith Report, July 2025

Dykema is pleased to present its Insurance Bad Faith Report, reviewing notable bad faith decisions issued nationwide in the second quarter of 2025.

7.11.25

One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025: Key Changes to Employee Benefit Plans

The recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 introduces a wide range of changes impacting employee benefit plans—some immediate and others phased in over time. This alert provides a…

8.11.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Did Texas Just Make It More Affordable to Own Property? (with Kacy Cigarroa)

How will Texas’s latest property tax reforms affect your business?From bigger homestead exemptions to a potential $250,000 personal property exemption, the 89th Legislative Session introduced major…

7.25.25

This Week in Tariffs: July 25 (with Tina Toma and Damion Todd)

Is the U.S.–Japan tariff deal a win for American automakers? Starting August 1, tariffs on Japanese vehicles and auto parts will drop from 25% to 15%, following Japan’s $550B investment pledge in U.S.…

7.22.25

This Week in Tariffs [Video]: July 22nd (with Tina Toma and Jessica Zelasko)

What does a 30% tariff on EU and Mexico imports mean for the auto industry? President Trump’s sweeping new tariff, set to take effect August, would impose a 30% duty on all goods imported from the…

3.24.25

5 Things I Learned in 50 Years of Legal Practice

What lessons can a 50-year veteran of law offer to young and seasoned attorneys alike? Dan Schairbaum, leader of Dykema’s Real Estate practice group, sits down with Carl Rashid to discuss key insights…

1.30.25

How can cannabis companies retain their best employees?

How do you build a thriving workforce in an industry known for instability? Brett Gelbord sits down with Nate Russell and Ben Richards of The Lab to discuss what it takes to create fair and effective…

10.15.24

Is hiring a foreign national a risky move for cannabis employers?

Cannabis legalization may continue to spread state-by-state, but Uncle Sam still sees it as a controlled substance and those who engage in the field can fit the definition of narcotics traffickers. So…

8.09.25

“Illinois Cases Offer SCOTUS Chance to Redefine Bribery Law Again”

Mark Chutkow was quoted in the Bloomberg Law article, “Illinois Cases Offer SCOTUS Chance to Redefine Bribery Law Again.”

8.04.25

Media Outlets Cover Dykema Pro Bono Victory in High-Profile Alexis Martin Case

For years, national media outlets have followed Alexis Martin’s case. Following Dykema's pro bono victory on Martin’s behalf on August 4, outlets covered the Dykema team’s work on achieving success…

8.01.25

“Did Denise Richards’ Ex Aaron Phypers Break the Law by Leaking Her Nude Photos? Legal Expert Weighs In (Exclusive)”

Jen Beidel was quoted in the Us Weekly article, “Did Denise Richards’ Ex Aaron Phypers Break the Law by Leaking Her Nude Photos? Legal Expert Weighs In (Exclusive).”

8.11.25

Former Federal Prosecutors Tiffany H. Eggers and Sarah R. Douglas Join Dykema in Dallas

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Tiffany H. Eggers and Sarah R. Douglas in Dallas as senior counsel of the firm’s Litigation Department and nationally…

8.05.25

Jennifer Beidel Named An “Influential Women of Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Dykema, a leading national law firm, proudly announces that Member Jennifer Beidel was selected for the Class of 2025 “Influential Women of Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. Beidel will be recognized…

8.04.25

Scott Kocienski Named to DBusiness Magazine’s “30 in Their Thirties” Class of 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Member Scott Kocienski has been selected for DBusiness magazine’s prestigious “30 in Their Thirties” Class of 2025. The annual list…

2.18.25

Dykema Releases 2025 Automotive Trends Report: Navigating Industry Transformation Amidst Regulatory Shifts, Tech Advances, and Supply Chain Strain

Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, a four-time recipient of Law360’s Practice Group of the Year for Transportation, is pleased to announce the release of its 3rd Annual Automotive Trends Report. This…

12.20.24

Intellectual Property Update and Year in Review | December 2024

In this newsletter, we offer insights into key developments from the past year and explore factors that may influence 2025.

10.10.24

The Oil and Gas Industry Post-Chevron: 5 Key Takeaways

What does the demise of Chevron deference mean for the oil and gas industry? Here are five key takeaways from Chantel Febus’ recent webinar with the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers (TAEP), “The Oil…

10.07.25

Let’s Get Real: Fishing Out of Your Depth in Federal Receiverships

Danielle Rushing Behrends will present at the NAFER Annual Conference, which takes place in Key Largo, Florida, October 7-10. Behrends will serve as a co-panelist for “Let’s Get Real: Fishing Out of…

9.07.25

Jen Fraser and Steve Zeller To Serve as Featured Presenters at the 2025 IPO Annual Meeting

Jennifer Fraser and Steve Zeller will both serve as featured speakers at the 2025 IPO Annual Meeting taking place in San Diego from Sept. 7-9. 

8.14.25

Creating an Effective Legal Resume

Danielle Behrends will serve as a featured guest attorney for the St. Mary’s University School of Law orientation workshop, “Creating an Effective Legal Resume,” on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

8.27.25

Recent FLSA Developments and Compliance 2025: The Latest News from the DOL and How to Avoid Common Compliance Pitfalls

This webinar will highlight some of the key changes to FLSA regulations and enforcement initiatives that have occurred over the past few months (and there have been many) and what they mean for…

8.13.25

Time is Money: Simplifying Construction Damages and "No Damages for Delay"

When disputes occur on construction projects, being able to quantify damages associated with the impacts is a critical component in seeking recovery. This presentation discusses the different types of…

7.29.25

Entering the U.S. Market – Opportunities, Insights & Practical Guidance

Steve Sayre will serve as a featured presenter for the China General Chamber of Commerce - USA Chicago webinar, “Entering the U.S. Market – Opportunities, Insights & Practical Guidance.” Sayre’s…