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2.13.24

Azadian, Febus, and Magyar Each Author Articles for 2024 Winter Edition of American Bar Association's Appellate Issues Publication

Jimmy Azadian, Chantel Febus, and Mark Magyar each authored their own respective articles for the 2024 Winter Edition of the American Bar Association's (ABA) Appellate Issues publication. The 2024…

2.06.24

"Subchapter V of Chapter 11: A User’s Guide"

Christopher Cahill and Joshua Fishman were each co-authors on the article, "Subchapter V of Chapter 11: A User’s Guide," which was published by Daily DAC LLC - Distressed Asset Central.

2.01.24

"Pay Transparency Laws: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly"

Elizabeth Voss and Nick Ustaski authored the HR.com article, "Pay Transparency Laws: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly."

4.24.24

Federal Trade Commission Approves Final Rule Banning Nearly All Worker Non-Competes

In an open commission meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-to-2 to ban nearly all non-compete agreements between employers and workers (broadly defined to…

4.24.24

New Overtime Exemption Rules Announced: What Employers Need to Know and Do

On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) published a set of final regulations dramatically increasing the salary level most executive, professional, and administrative employees must be paid…

4.18.24

Supreme Court Issues Landmark Decision Rejecting “Significant Harm” Requirement in Title VII Cases – Opening the Door to More Employment Discrimination Claims

On April 17, 2024, the United States Supreme Court delivered a pivotal ruling in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, fundamentally reshaping the landscape of Title VII litigation. This landmark decision…

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. 

10.17.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Antitrust (Part I) and Risk & Litigation (Part II)

During this webinar we will discuss the impact of AI in antitrust regulation, right to repair protection challenges, updates on hot topics in product liability litigation in the automotive industry,…

9.19.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

During this webinar we will discuss EV and AV driver liability and litigation, new laws governing AVs and EVs and evolving safety regulations, NHTSA reporting requirements, and environmental law…

5.14.24

Navigating Dispute Resolution in Federal Contracting: Strategies for Success

Join Joanne Zimolzak and Bonnie Kirkland from Dykema for a webinar discussing key information you should know about navigating the complexities of dispute resolution in federal contracting.

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.

3.27.24

The Year of the Dragon: International Business Dispute and Trade Regulatory Risks in 2024

Join our annual international business risk preview webinar for 2024, where our speaker will address these incipient risks and more, providing practical guidance to help organizations of all sizes…

4.02.24

Activists and an Election Year – What Could Go Wrong?

In this seminar, we will discuss the continuing development of legal issues through administrative agency action and court decisions, as well as potential “landmines” for employer liability and…

3.27.24

Common Contracting Pitfalls: Critical Provisions for Businesses

Sean Buckley and Joe Rubio will serve as featured presenters for the Create FW Lunch and Learn event, "Common Contracting Pitfalls: Critical Provisions for Businesses," taking place Wednesday, March…

9.21.23

Adapting to a Shifting Employment Law Landscape: Navigating Recent Developments, Regulations, and Trends in Today’s Workplace

In spite of the fact that Congress and state legislatures are nearly at a stalemate, the employment law landscape continues to be ever changing either through rulings from the courts or changes in…

4.25.24

Last Month at the Supreme Court | April 2024

This April 2024 edition examines the Court’s decisions on First Amendment speech, administrative appeal deadlines, abortion medicine restrictions, and the Armed Career Criminal Act.

4.18.24

Supreme Court Issues Decisions on Forfeiture Orders and Title VII Claims

The Supreme Court continues to vote unanimously on decisions affecting a range of legal areas.

4.17.24

Supreme Court Decisions Provide New Guidance on Securities, Arbitration, and Land-Use Law

The Supreme Court recently issued several unanimous decisions affecting a range of legal areas.

4.25.24

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Issues Unanimous Decision Establishing New Test to Determine State Action Liability in Lindke and O’Connor-Ratcliff

On March 15, 2024, the Court in Lindke v. Freed unanimously held that a government official may block members of the public from the official’s social media page because social media is not “public…

4.25.24

Supreme Court Focuses on Standing Issue in Abortion Medication Case

In the consolidated cases U.S. Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine and Danco Laboratories v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine, the Supreme Court wrestles with an Article…

4.25.24

Supreme Court Takes on Armed Criminal Career Act and the Sixth Amendment

In Erlinger v. United States, the Supreme Court addresses whether the Constitution requires a jury trial and proof beyond a reasonable doubt to find that a defendant’s prior convictions were committed…

3.12.24

How are M&A deals structured in the cannabis industry?

Like most other practices in the cannabis industry, conducting M&A activity within this space presents its own unique challenges. Federal prohibition restricts traditional financing methods and…

3.07.24

When will interest rates finally cool off? Here’s what one commercial lender predicts for 2024.

The historically low interest rates of the early pandemic years are firmly in the rearview mirror. The Fed’s decision to raise rates a whopping 11 times between 2022 and 2023 has created a lending…

2.29.24

How does a national law firm decide where to open a new office?

Whether you’re a multinational corporation looking to attract talent, or a startup who just wants a space to host clients, deciding when, where, and how to open an office is a meticulous, often…

4.15.24

"USPTO TM search ‘failures’ push firms towards third-party providers"

Jen Fraser was quoted in the ManagingIP article, "USPTO TM search ‘failures’ push firms towards third-party providers."

4.12.24

"Justices Could Limit Bribery Law Used In Ill. Corruption Cases"

Mark Chutkow was quoted in the Law360 article, "Justices Could Limit Bribery Law Used In Ill. Corruption Cases."

4.10.24

Mark Chutkow Provides Commentary on Precedent-Setting Sentences of School Shooter's Parents

Media outlets from across the U.S. and Canada interviewed former federal prosecutor Mark Chutkow following the precedent-setting sentencing of parents found guilty of involuntary manslaughter…

4.19.24

Dykema Secures $1.3 Million Jury Verdict for American Patriot Ranch in Mining Rights Litigation in Texas

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is pleased to announce that it has secured a $1.3 million jury verdict to reimburse its client, American Patriot Ranch, for attorneys’ fees and costs following…

4.18.24

Los Angeles Business Journal Names James Azadian a “Top 100 Lawyer”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that James Azadian was selected to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top 100 Lawyers” list for 2024.

3.29.24

Holley Ordered to Disgorge $2 Million in Ill-Gotten Profits

On March 27, 2024, the United States District Court in the Western District of Kentucky (Bowling Green) issued a judgment stating that Holley Performance Products, Inc. SHALL DISGORGE to Specialty…

4.16.24

6 Major Threats to Healthcare Cybersecurity (And How to Avoid Them)

As more and more healthcare providers fall victim to ransomware and other data breach events, now is the time to review current operations and make the changes needed to mitigate risks.

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.

2.29.24

How Should Oil and Gas Companies Structure Their Master Service Agreements?

Master service agreements (MSAs) are an important component in defining the relationship between an oil and gas company and its providers. Megan Knell, Brandy Manning, and Ariel Snyder explain what…

5.16.24

Special Purchase Acquisitions Companies and Reverse Takeovers: Public Alternatives to Traditional IPOs

Kate Bechen and Peter Waltz will serve as featured presenters at the Association of Corporate Counsel Wisconsin 2024 Annual Conference and Meeting of Members on Thursday, May 16, 2026, at the Osthoff…

5.09.24

Voice Recognition for Payments: Obligations and Rights of Customers and Financial Institutions

Scott Fryzel will serve as a featured presenter for Smarter Faster Payments 2024, which takes place May 6-9 in Miami. Fryzel's session is entitled, "Voice Recognition for Payments: Obligations and…

4.11.24

Carey and Aldape to Serve as Speakers at the ABA TIPS 2024 Motor Vehicle Product Liability Litigation Conference

Mike Carey and Daniela Gonzales Aldape will each serve as featured speakers at the American Bar Association (ABA) Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section's (TIPS) 2024 Motor Vehicle Product Liability…

5.02.24

New U.S. DOL Rules Explained: Will Your Workforce Be in Compliance?

Join Dykema employment and labor attorneys Rob Boonin and Sean Darke as they discuss the DOL new overtime regulations and how employers can comply with these new regulations.

4.18.24

Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema

Lance Boldrey and Deborah Williamson will co-present the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency webinar, "Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema."

4.16.24

Digital Assets In Commerce & Bankruptcy - 2024 - Digital Assets as Collateral: UCC Article 12

Chris Cahill facilitated the West LegalEdcenter's webinar, "Digital Assets In Commerce & Bankruptcy - 2024 - Digital Assets as Collateral: UCC Article 12."