News and Insights

10.15.25

“My Five Favorite Books: Leigha Simonton (Member at Dykema and Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas)”

Leigha Simonton authored The Texas Lawbook article, “My Five Favorite Books: Leigha Simonton (Member at Dykema and Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas).”

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.”

10.15.25

Eleventh Circuit: Misappropriation Exclusion Doesn’t Bar Duty to Defend Under Georgia Law

The Eleventh Circuit has held under Georgia law that a misappropriation exclusion in a lawyer’s professional liability insurance policy did not eliminate the insurer’s duty to defend an underlying…

10.09.25

Trending Up/Trending Down: Mergers and Acquisitions

Trending Up: Lean and Mean Portfolios The first half of 2025 saw many automotive companies narrowing their scope to adopt a more efficient approach to dealmaking. Instead of chasing every growth…

10.08.25

Artificial Intelligence – Issues for Employers to Consider

As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent in the workplace, employers should put in place guidelines to ensure that the benefits of AI are not offset by risks associated with…

11.06.25

Connected Vehicles: Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Compliance in Motion

Connected vehicles bring both innovation and legal complexity. This webinar examines cybersecurity risks, regulatory scrutiny, and the rise of privacy-driven litigation, highlighting practical steps…

10.08.25

AI and Mobility: Steering the Legal Road Ahead

AI is transforming mobility and the legal landscape with it. Tune in as we explore key challenges around transparency, responsibility, and regulation in an area where algorithms share the driver’s…

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…

10.23.25

2026 Privacy Playbook: Simplifying the Privacy Patchwork

The privacy landscape is changing fast and becoming increasingly complex. 2026 will bring new rules, heightened enforcement, and evolving expectations from both consumers and regulators. This webinar…

9.24.25

Dykema's Annual Supreme Court Review and Preview

With the approaching start of the Supreme Court’s new term, join us for Dykema's annual review of the past term and preview of the coming term.

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…

10.07.25

MEMA Morning Grind | Side by Side: Navigating Antitrust Risks for Supplier Teams

Join us in-person for a morning networking session in a casual atmosphere, designed for supplier teams.

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…

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…

10.16.25

California Expands Oversight of Private Equity in Healthcare with AB 1415 and SB 351

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed two significant pieces of legislation into law: Assembly Bill 1415 (AB 1415) and Senate Bill 351 (SB 351). Both bills target private equity and hedge…

10.14.25

Don’t Tax My Tips! How It Works.

New IRS guidance sheds light on who can benefit from the new federal tip deduction created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The proposed regulations identify 68 occupations eligible to deduct…

9.25.25

Trump Administration and H-1BS — $100,000 Fee and Investigations of Labor Condition Applications

The Trump Administration has announced two major developments that will significantly affect H-1B employers and workers. While many details remain unclear, these actions reflect heightened scrutiny of…

9.08.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Can Your Balance Sheet Hold Crypto Next to Cash? (with Pete Waltz)

💵📈 What happens when companies treat crypto like cash on the balance sheet? Holding Bitcoin or other digital assets alongside traditional reserves can open new opportunities—but also new legal,…

8.14.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Can the White House Really Override the EPA’s Hazardous Air Standards? (with Claire Glenn)

Can the President really give companies a two-year pass on hazardous air standards?A rarely-used Clean Air Act provision just allowed the White House to delay compliance deadlines—bypassing the EPA’s…

8.12.25

This Week in Tariffs: August 12 (with Tina Toma)

Reciprocal tariffs are now in effect on dozens of countries—what now?The U.S. has implemented reciprocal tariffs ranging from 10% to 41% on select global trading partners, plus a 40% duty on goods…

8.19.25

What happens when a cannabis business can’t pay its debts?

How do you measure success in an industry where operators need to evaluate their business plans based on regulatory trends, tax limitations, and (sometimes illegal) competition?

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…

10.06.25

National Media Turn to Chutkow and Beidel for Legal Insight Into High-Profile Federal Litigation

As the Federal trial involving Sean Combs has unfolded, national media from across the nation have reached out to Mark Chutkow and Jen Beidel for commentary on the legal strategy and actions taken.…

10.02.25

“Diddy Sentencing: How Much Time Could Rapper Get?”

Mark Chutkow and Jen Beidel were quoted in the Newsweek story, “Diddy Sentencing: How Much Time Could Rapper Get?,” stating that they expect Combs to be sentenced to four to seven years, which aligns…

10.01.25

“Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Sentencing Is Friday: Here’s How Much Prison Time Legal Experts Think He May Get”

Mark Chutkow was quoted in the Forbes article, “Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Sentencing Is Friday: Here’s How Much Prison Time Legal Experts Think He May Get.” In the article, Chutkow weighed in on various…

10.13.25

Mike Carey Named to “The Power List: Business Litigation 2025” by Minnesota Lawyer

Dykema, a leading national law firm, proudly announces that Member Michael Carey was selected for Minnesota Lawyer’s “The Power List: Business Litigation 2025.” The list recognizes the most…

10.02.25

Dykema Chosen as Counsel to Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in Elite Equipment Leasing, LLC Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Dykema has been selected as counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy of Elite Equipment Leasing, a provider of heavy lifting, tower crane, and crane rental…

10.01.25

Ted Seitz Named A “Leader in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Dykema is proud to announce that Partner Theodore (Ted) Seitz has been selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a “Leader in the Law.” Seitz will be recognized at an awards ceremony on Friday, November…

9.18.25

Is Your Organization As Protected As You Think?

We offer complimentary Insurance Review Services, a service unmatched by other firms.

9.18.25

Take Five: Five Privacy Tasks for the Second Half of 2025

Check out our five-step mid-year checkup.

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…

11.24.25

Asset Purchase Agreements: A Deeper Dive With Sample Documents and Checklists

Arthur Nathan will serve as a featured presenter for the National Business Institute (NBI) seminar, “Asset Purchase Agreements: A Deeper Dive With Sample Documents and Checklists,” taking place…

11.19.25

Hail to the Chiefs!

Deborah Williamson will serve as a featured presenter at the University of Texas Law’s 44th Annual Jay L. Westbrook Bankruptcy Conference, which will take place November 19-21 in Austin, Mich.

10.23.25

Workshop: Exit At The Top

Virgil Ochoa will serve as a featured speaker at the HR for Health Dental Leadership Summit, which is being held in Salt Lake City, Utah, October 23-25. 

10.14.25

Midwest Update: A Look at Pressing Labor and Employment Issues

Join Sean Darke and Jack Mahon for an update on key developments in labor and employment law, with a focus on recent changes at the federal level as well as in Illinois and Michigan.

9.30.25

Char's Corner: Wage and Hour Class Action Updates

California’s wage and hour rules create real risks for employers, especially under the state’s “rebuttable presumption” standard for meal and rest breaks. In this session, Char will discuss the…

9.16.25

Cyber Response Readiness Simulation – Securing Your DSO’s Future Through Crisis Preparedness

Dykema attorney Dante Stella joins Group Dentistry Now's webinar, "Cyber Response Readiness Simulation – Securing Your DSO’s Future Through Crisis Preparedness," designed to prepare DSO leaders for…