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Articles 2 results

7.25.19

On Compliance: Should Your Credit Union Be A Plaintiff In A Data Breach Class Action Suit?

Los Angeles-based members Ashley Fickel and Luke Sosnicki, both from Dykema’s Financial Services Litigation Group, co-authored the article “On Compliance: Should Your Credit Union Be A Plaintiff In A…

11.22.17

What's Next After Calif. Homeowner Bill Of Rights Sunsets

Ashley R. Fickel, Los-Angeles based member in Dykema’s Financial Services Litigation practice group was invited by Law360 to write about the upcoming elimination of certain consumer protections…

Blog Posts 17 results

6.13.23

What Do the Coinbase and Binance Lawsuits Mean for the Future of Crypto?

With two of crypto’s largest trading platforms coming under fire last week, what’s next for the digital currency industry? Ashley Fickel and Brian Newman of Dykema’s Financial Services Industry Group…

3.08.22

The California Supreme Court Rules that Lenders Have No General Tort Duty to Process, Review, and Respond to a Borrower’s Application for a Loan Modification

Yesterday, in Sheen v. Wells Fargo (S258019), the California Supreme Court resolved an important issue for the mortgage servicing industry. The court unanimously held that lenders owe no tort duty to…

Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 1 result

11.14.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Dealerships

During this webinar we will discuss increased state oversight of allocation processes and performance metrics, challenges of a digital sales landscape, and warranty reimbursement challenges. 

Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 3 results

4.26.23

The Crypto Crackdown

Join our Dykema team as we discuss the legal industry’s growing understanding of the landmines of crypto assets and how they may impact your organization.

10.27.22

Litigating Through the Cryptowinter—Hot Topics in Digital Asset Litigation

This webinar will examine the latest trends and theories emerging in crypto litigation, including the recent uptick in litigation following a slide in the value of the digital asset market along with…

3.27.19

Recent Trends in Consumer Class Actions Against Credit Unions and Banks

Please join Ashley Fickel, Luke Sosnicki, and Brittany Mouzourakis for a discussion about recent trends in class action litigation filed against credit unions and banks. This webinar will examine new…

Legal Alerts 3 results

4.03.20

State of California and City of Los Angeles Offer Businesses Additional Coronavirus Relief as Loans and Highlight Existing Loan Programs for Small Businesses

The State of California and the City of Los Angeles are providing emergency assistance for California small businesses. These grants and loans are separate from incentives and programs being offered…

12.20.19

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Effective on January 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) represents a fundamental change in privacy law in California and the U.S. because of the Act’s nationwide reach. With limited…

10.16.19

California Governor Signs CCPA Amendments; Attorney General Releases Regulations

Last week, businesses and privacy professionals saw two major steps taken in preparation for the long-awaited California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), which goes into effect January 1, 2020.…

Press Mentions 3 results

6.22.23

Ashley Fickel Quoted in Decrypt Article on Crypto SEC Court Battles

Ashley Fickel was quoted in the Decrypt article, "Ripple Has Played Its Hinman Hand—Could It Help Coinbase?"

2.11.20

Ashley Fickel to Discuss Issues in Financial Services Litigation on California MBA Webinar

Ashley R. Fickel, Los Angeles-based member in Dykema’s Financial Services Litigation Practice Group, will serve as a featured speaker for the California Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Legal Issues…

10.09.19

Seven Dykema Attorneys Contribute to PLI’s Consumer Financial Services Answer Book (2020 Edition)

Dykema is proud to announce that seven attorneys from its Financial Industry Group contributed to the 2020 Edition of the Practising Law Institute’s (PLI) Consumer Financial Services Answer Book.

Press Releases 11 results

7.24.23

Ashley Fickel Selected for Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” 2023 List

Dykema is proud to announce that Ashley Fickel was selected for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” list for 2023. Fickel was featured in a special…

12.19.22

Ashley Fickel Selected for Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Thriving In Their 40’s” List

Dykema is proud to announce that Ashley Fickel was selected for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Thriving in Their 40’s” list. Fickel was profiled in the December 19 issue of the Los Angeles…

10.25.21

Ashley Fickel Nominated for Los Angeles Business Journal “Leaders in Law” Award

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Ashley Fickel has been selected as a nominee for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s annual “Leaders in Law” award. The November…

Publications 2 results

3.21.24

Consumer Financial Services Answer Book (2024 Edition)

Dykema is proud to announce that nine attorneys from its Financial Industry Group contributed to the 2024 Edition of the Practising Law Institute’s (PLI) Consumer Financial Services Answer Book.

2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…

Speaking Engagements 2 results

12.07.21

Litigation Update, California Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference

Ashley Fickel will join a panel for the “Litigation Update” session at the California MBA’s Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference on December 7, 2021, at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel &…

2.27.19

The California Consumer Privacy Act: Why and How It Will Affect Your Business

Please join Dykema attorneys Ashley Fickel, Lukas Sosnicki and Ashley Jackson for a presentation about California’s new data privacy legislation, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), which is…

Webinars 2 results

1.19.22

2022 Consumer Financial Services Answer Book: Dykema’s Insights on Automotive Finance, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and Regulation F

Join Ashley Fickel and Ted Seitz as they discuss their featured chapters from the Practising Law Institute’s (PLI) – Consumer Financial Services Answer Book (2022 Edition). They will highlight key…

1.12.21

CCPA – CA ballot initiative – new revisions. Where are we now? Where is it going?, Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference

Ashley Fickel, Los Angeles-based member in Dykema’s Financial Services Litigation Practice Group, will present at the California Mortgage Bankers Association's Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance…