News and Insights

4.19.22

Paul Mooney Authors Law360 Article Highlighting Michigan Marijuana Bill Providing a Method for Tribes and States to Resolve Jurisdiction Issue

Paul Mooney authored the Law360 article, “Mich. Marijuana Bill Could Boost Tribal Economic Growth.”

2.04.22

Lessons Learned From the Biggest Cannabis Recall Ever

Lance Boldrey and John Fraser co-authored the Marijuana Venture article, "Lessons Learned From the Biggest Cannabis Recall Ever." In the article, Boldrey and Fraser examined Michigan's cannabis recall…

8.25.20

USMCA Succeeds NAFTA Rule Governing Trade in North America

Washington, D.C.-based attorney Joanne Zimolzak, a Member in Dykema’s Business Litigation practice and Insurance Industry Group, and government policy advisors James Brandell and Andrew Buczek co…

2.22.22

Michigan Legislature Addresses Native American Tribes in New Marijuana Legislation

On February 15, 2022, the Michigan House Committee on Regulatory Reform considered HB 5706. The Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (“MRTMA”) does not address how Michigan’s Native…

7.19.21

Insights & Updates — Minimum Wage and Overtime

In today’s Insights & Updates chat, Robert Boonin, from Dykema’s Labor & Employment Group, and James Brandell, a Government Policy Advisor from Dykema’s Washington, D.C., office, discuss what is on…

7.15.21

Insights & Updates – Independent Contractor Changes

In this episode of Insights & Updates, Robert Boonin, from Dykema’s Labor & Employment Group, and James Brandell, a Government Policy Advisor in Dykema’s Washington, D.C., office, discuss the evolving…

6.06.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Government Policy (Part I) and Internal Investigations & Compliance (Part II)

During this webinar we will discuss balancing innovation with responsibility, financial incentives, and stricter enforcement of emissions standards. 

2.23.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: E/AV, IP, Government Regulations

Many respondents expressed an industry-wide focus on legal benefits and risks tied to new electric and autonomous vehicle technologies, including increased government regulation and incentives and…

3.03.22

Electric Vehicles: The Federal Government Charges Ahead

Join Dykema’s experts for an overview of the current federal government landscape for EV, focusing on the nature of the opportunities and how they may be influenced going forward, as well as on some…

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.

1.30.18

Legislation and Regulation of Highly Automated Vehicles, Vehicle-to-Vehicle Warning Systems and Real-World Roll-Out

Since Dykema’s program one year ago, there have been major developments in federal and state legislation, regulation and policies for Highly-Automated Vehicles (HAV), including the all-new Department…

10.27.22

How May I Help You? Reasonable Accommodations Including Leaves of Absence

This session is designed to review when reasonable accommodations, such as remote work, and leaves of absence are mandated or just a good business practice. So many questions about leaves of absence…

11.11.21

Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Event at the DAC

Join Dykema on Thursday, November 11, 2021, when we’ll provide a preview of the results of Dykema's annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall…

10.03.17

Making Sense of Illinois Government: What Happens in Springfield Affects Your Business

Please join Dykema Government Policy Advisors, Mark Boozell (former Chief of Staff to Illinois Governor Jim Edgar) and Scott Selinger (former staff member to Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan)…

4.19.24

Michigan Introduces Comprehensive Equal Pay Package

Michigan lawmakers have introduced a comprehensive legislative package aimed at enhancing equal pay protections for residents and ensuring fair wages across the state.

3.26.24

An Overview of Michigan’s B.R.I.T.E. Act (Bringing Reforms in Integrity, Transparency and Ethics)

Introduced as a comprehensive legislative package encompassing multiple bills, the B.R.I.T.E. Act would increase reporting and disclosure requirements for lobbyist spending and require additional…

2.27.24

High-Wage Incentive for Regional Employment (H.I.R.E.) Program

Businesses that create 25 or more jobs could be eligible for 100% wage withholding tax capture for up to 10 years under the new H.I.R.E. program proposed by the Michigan Legislature.

2.27.24

What cannabis operators need to know about properly insuring their business

A combination of regulatory hurdles, limited market options, and the unique risks associated with the industry has made it challenging for cannabis companies in Michigan to secure comprehensive and…

2.14.24

Do cannabis brands need a PR strategy (even when there’s no crisis)?

When you’re a cannabis operator dealing with an issue that could impact your reputation, your first call should be to your attorney (trust us). Your second call? Your PR team. But public relations…

1.17.24

2023 was a pivotal year in cannabis law. Here's what to expect in 2024.

From a spike in M&A activity, to a potentially rescheduling, to more states jumping on the legalization train, 2023 was a year of change and unpredictability in the cannabis industry. As operators…

1.01.24

"Ohio Legal Battles To Watch In 2024"

Mark Chutkow was quoted in the Law360 story, "Ohio Legal Battles To Watch In 2024."

6.06.23

Andrea Cascarilla Joins State Budget Discussion on Michigan's Children Speaking for Kids Podcast

Andrea Cascarilla served as a featured guest on the Michigan's Children Speaking for Kids Podcast episode entitled, "As FY24 State Budget Talks Finalize, Insiders Share What Advocates Should Know."

1.30.23

"What the Midterm Election Results Could Spell for M&A Dealmaking in 2023"

Jim Brandell authored the Mergers & Acquisitions article, "What the Midterm Election Results Could Spell for M&A Dealmaking in 2023."

3.25.24

Sam Royko Joins Dykema’s Chicago Office

Dykema announced the addition of Sam Royko as a Senior Counsel in its Business Litigation Practice Group resident in the firm’s Chicago office. Royko joins Dykema after serving as Founder and Managing…

2.29.24

Ann Fillingham Wins Distinguished Legal Writing Award from The Burton Awards

Dykema is proud to announce that Ann Fillingham was selected as a winner of the “Law360 Distinguished Legal Writing Awards" in the Law Firms category of the Burton Awards.    

2.01.24

Energy Industry Attorney Theresa A.G. Staley Joins Dykema’s Lansing Office

Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Theresa A.G. Staley as a Senior Counsel in the firm’s Government Policy and Practice Group and Energy Industry Group resident in…

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…

12.20.23

Moments in Michigan: The Legislative Year in Review

As the year comes to a close, the Dykema Government Policy team reflected on the historic and legislative moments that defined the year in Michigan. We compiled this information into a comprehensive…

5.31.23

What's in the Debt Ceiling Deal? Here Are 8 Key Takeaways

After weeks of deliberation, a deal has been reached to address the nation’s debt ceiling. So what exactly is in this new agreement? Andy Buczek, James Brandell, and Mary Beth McGowan of Dykema's…

11.16.22

Andrea Cascarilla to Join Michigan’s Children Panel Discussion on 2022 Midterm Election Results

Andrea Cascarilla will join the Michigan’s Children Lunch & Learn panel, “What Just Happened? Lansing Insiders Share Insights on Election Results and What They Mean for Moving Kids & Family Issues in…

9.29.22

Boldrey and Fraser to Speak at 7th Annual Cannabis Law Conference

Lance Boldrey and John Fraser will each serve as featured presenters at the 7thAnnual Cannabis Law Conference, presented by the Cannabis Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the Institute of…

3.25.22

Social Equity Education Session Featuring Associates from the National Law Firm, Dykema

John Fraser and Lauren Fitzsimons will provide a summary of the most significant changes to the MRA’s administrative rules, including a discussion of new license types, policies, and procedures that…

4.04.23

The Debt Ceiling – What You Need to Know Now

Please join Dykema’s Federal Government Policy Team as they review the history and possible outcomes in the debate over raising the nation’s debt ceiling.

11.09.22

Post-Election Forecast: What Comes Next?

Join Dykema's Government Policy Advisors James Brandell, Mary Beth McGowan and Andrew Buczek as they review “What Comes Next?" after the election. Our team will review the opportunities and challenges…

9.14.21

The Transformation Of Federal Environmental Policies

With more pieces of the new administration coming into place, there are a number of environmental implications facing organizations with regard to operational compliance. Flowing from the dynamic…