News and Insights

11.09.23

"Fresh Off Longest Labor Disruption in a Generation, What’s Driving Regulation & Enforcement in the Auto Industry?"

Mark Chutkow and Jen Beidel authored an article for Corporate Compliance Insights.

1.20.23

Troubled Auto Part Suppliers Should Sidestep Chapter 11 Filings

Sheryl Toby authored the Bloomberg Law Practitioner Insights article, "Troubled Auto Part Suppliers Should Sidestep Chapter 11 Filings." In the article, Toby explains why Chapter 11 is not the best…

5.20.22

Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology

Tom Moga authored the Bloomberg Law article, "Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology." The article points out how conventional engine technology has given way to technologies aligned with…

9.24.26

Rising Bankruptcies Put Automotive Supply Chains Under Pressure

Earlier this summer, Dykema’s Danielle Behrends shared her perspective with Law360 on elevated financial distress across several industries and the importance of addressing liquidity, restructuring…

9.10.26

China Auto: Beyond the Headlines

There’s no shortage of news coming out of China’s automotive market. Here, we highlight two articles worth a read and offer our take on why the developments matter for the industry, beginning with…

9.04.26

Two Conversations. Two Different Views.

The Dykema Drives Podcast is underway, bringing together perspectives from across the industry on the issues and developments affecting automotive, mobility, and transportation today. Episode 1 | A…

10.20.26

Keeping Automotive Operations Moving: Talent, Workforce & Supply Chain Risk

Keeping Automotive Operations Moving: Talent, Workforce & Supply Chain Risk Automotive companies rely on specialized talent and interconnected supply chains to keep operations moving. Workforce…

5.21.26

Advanced Mobility: Shifting Risks, Evolving Rules

As advanced mobility technologies, including ADAS, autonomous vehicles (AVs), and EVs, move further into the mainstream, legal and regulatory pressures are intensifying. Companies are navigating a…

3.24.26

What to Do When the Government Comes Knocking: Guidance for Automotive Companies

What to Do When the Government Comes Knocking: Guidance for Automotive Companies  Government investigators don’t always arrive with the same authority, and a company’s response can significantly…

3.26.26

2026 Tariff Turbulence: IEEPA Tariffs, Supreme Court Fallout & Refund Strategies

The U.S. tariff landscape has shifted dramatically and is evolving rapidly. The Supreme Court of the United States recently invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic…

4.30.24

How Evolving Technologies Impact the Auto Safety Regulatory Environment

Join Dykema for a webinar that delves into the latest developments in the legal and regulatory environment, providing key insights to navigate the evolving legal landscape.

5.17.22

Potholes on the Compliance Highway: What Companies Need to Know About the New Rules for Disclosures, ESG, and Whistleblowers

Worried about how to navigate through all the new compliance, disclosure, and enforcement initiatives of DOJ and SEC, including climate and ESG (environmental, social, and governance)? Join Dykema’s…

8.20.26

Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2026

Now in its fourth year, Dykema’s premier one-day summit returns in a shorter, sharper format with fast-moving sessions, actionable insights, and meaningful networking.  Explore the issues shaping the…

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.

7.23.25

Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2025

The third annual one-day summit convened in-house legal professionals and business leaders across automotive, manufacturing, and affiliated industries to explore supply chain and tariff issues, EV and…

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…

9.25.25

Trump Administration Proposes to Weight H-1B Lottery Entries Based on Offered Salary

The Trump Administration has introduced a proposed rule that would significantly reshape the H-1B lottery by weighting entries according to the salary offered to the foreign national. Employers…

5.30.25

Tariff Update: Federal Court Blocks Sweeping “Liberation Day” Tariffs, but Appellate Court Issues Stay

On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) struck down the administration’s globally sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs. The court held that the worldwide tariffs exceeded the…

2.24.26

Will Congress Step In After the Tariff Ruling? (with Kirby Howard)

Last week’s Supreme Court ruling did more than create legal questions around tariffs—it created a political dilemma for Congress.

2.20.26

What’s Next After the Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision? (with Laura Baucus)

Since filming this video, the Trump administration has issued new tariffs under an alternative authority.

2.02.26

What Are the Biggest Legal Challenges for the Automotive Industry in 2026? (with Laura Baucus)

The Automotive industry is navigating complexities with tariffs, connected vehicle data privacy, AI liability, and more. But which issues matter most to you?

8.27.26

How Policy Shapes Transportation Technology

The future of transportation is already here, but the real question is whether policy will keep up. Washington may move fast, but transportation tech moves even faster. In this episode of Dykema…

7.16.26

In the General Counsel’s Seat with Nicoletta Milanesio Berrino, MAHLE

In our first episode of Dykema Drives, host Laura Baucus welcomes Nicoletta Milanesio Berrino, General Counsel of MAHLE, for a wide-ranging conversation about Nicoletta’s career journey, the…

5.29.26

Dykema Automotive Defense Highlighted in Daily Journal

Dykema and Dommond Lonnie’s representation and successful defense of Kia America Inc. was covered in the Daily Journal Verdicts and Settlements section.

4.27.26

“Tariff Costs Are Forcing Tough Choices for Auto Suppliers”

“A new survey from Dykema finds tariffs are driving contract disputes and financial strain across suppliers.”

4.14.26

“IP theft a major concern for automotive companies, US report shows”

“Dykema’s annual survey reveals that technology advancements in the auto industry have created more opportunities for IP misappropriation.”

9.22.26

Laura Baucus Elected to World Services Group 2026–2027 Board of Directors

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is pleased to announce that Laura Baucus, Director of the firm’s Automotive, Mobility, and Transportation Industry Group, has been elected to the World Services…

9.21.26

Dykema Represents Volato Group in Merger with Alignment Engine Inc.

Dykema, a leading national law firm, represented Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American: SOAR) in its recently completed merger with Alignment Engine Inc., a transaction that expands Volato’s business into…

8.13.26

Clay Guise Named a 2026 BTI Client Service All-Star

Dykema is pleased to announce that The BTI Consulting Group has named Clay Guise to the BTI Client Service All-Stars 2026 listing.

10.30.25

2025 Trends Report: Annual Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey

For 21 years, Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Survey has tracked the pulse of dealmaking in the U.S., consistently affirming a central truth: the M&A market reflects the health of the broader economy.…

10.30.25

M&A Sector Spotlight: Automotive

The Automotive, Transportation & Mobility sector is poised for M&A growth in the next twelve months, with nearly (62%) of respondents expecting increased deal activity. This optimism is largely driven…

10.30.25

M&A Sector Spotlight: Industrial & Manufacturing

The Industrial & Manufacturing sector ranks among the top areas for anticipated M&A activity in 2026. However, dealmaking in this space is not without its challenges. Tariffs and supply chain…

4.28.26

Chutkow and Logel to Present at 13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit

Mark Chutkow and Jay Logel will serve as featured presenters at the 13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit Hosted by the SAA in partnership with Stout on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Hyatt House in…

4.15.26

Carey, Bush, Jackson, and Nelson To Serve as Featured Presenters at ABA’s 2026 Motor Vehicle Product Liability Conference

Mike Carey, Tamara Bush, Lyndsey Jackson, and Cassandra Nelson will serve as featured presenters at the American Bar Association Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section’s (ABA TIPS) 2026 Motor…

3.12.26

Battery Safety 2026: Preventing Fires, Proving Safety, and Containing Claims

Connor Walby will serve as a featured speaker at the American Conference Institute’s 2nd Annual EV Battery and Advanced Technology Supply Chain and Compliance Summit on March 12, 2026, in Chicago.

9.19.23

How Does the Recent Supreme Court Decision Impact Supply Chain Contracts?

Laura Baucus, Lisa Brown, and Sheryl Toby will serve as featured presenters for the Michigan Manufacturers Association webinar, "How Does the Recent Supreme Court Decision Impact Supply Chain…

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…

11.16.21

A Virtual Preview of Dykema's Annual "State of the M&A Market" Analysis

Please join Dykema on Tuesday, November 16th for a virtual preview of the results of our annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall Street…