Episode 14 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we sit down with Chicago partner Jay Carle to discuss the launch of Seyfarth’s new D.A.T.A. Law practice group. Jay shares insights into the group’s multidisciplinary approach and how it’s
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A Practicable Legal Blog on Consumer Class Actions
The Consumer Class Defense Blog, published by Seyfarth Shaw LLP, focuses on legal developments and defense strategies related to consumer class action litigation. It covers topics such as privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA). The blog discusses court decisions, legislative changes, and compliance challenges affecting businesses, particularly in areas like biometric data, web tracking, and automated decision-making technologies. It also provides insights on managing risks and regulatory updates relevant to consumer protection and privacy enforcement.
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Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 13 – Federal Wiretap Act
Episode 13 is now live. In this Episode, we discuss wiretap and tracking pixel claims under the Federal Wiretap Act and the different ways those claims are being plead and litigated, including application of the crime tort exception.
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 12 – Mass Arbitrations
Episode 12 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we sit down with Gina Ferrari, National Chair of Seyfarth’s Litigation Department, for a practical and insightful discussion on the rise of mass arbitration. We break down what mass…
Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take: Recent Decision from the Illinois Appellate Court – Biometric Information Privacy Act
In this Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take episode, we discuss the Illinois Appellate Court’s recent decision in Salinas, et al. v. Surestaff, LLC, et al., 2026 IL App (3d) 250239, which is a significant win for defendants navigating Illinois Biometric Information…
Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take: What Does “Consumer” Really Mean Under the Video Privacy Protection Act?
In this Quick Take Episode, we discuss the Supreme Court’s recent grant of certiorari on a Sixth Circuit decision holding that an individual who subscribes to an email newsletter is not a “consumer” under the VPPA.
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 11 – Update – Texas Mini-TCPA Registration Requirements
Episode 11 is now live. In a previous episode, we discussed the Texas amendments to its mini-TCPA statute that went into effect in 2025. This episode provides an update related to the registration requirements under that statute and the clarifications provided…
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 10 – TCPA Quiet Hours
Episode 10 is now live. This Episode discusses the “Quiet Hours” provision of the TCPA and the viability of a claim where prior express written consent was obtained from the consumer. It also discusses the wave of cases making such allegations…
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 9 – Opt-Outs
Episode 9 is now live. In this Episode, Kristine is joined by guest and colleague Danny Riley to discuss privacy compliance on consumer facing websites including opt-out rights and regulators’ enforcement in this area.
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Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 8 – Trends We Saw In 2025
Episode 8 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we discuss the type of consumer class action cases that were trending in 2025 as well as which trends we expected to continue into 2026. We also discuss which key…
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 7 – Recent Decision on the California Invasion of Privacy Act
Episode 7 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, co-hosts Kristine Argentine and Paul Yovanic dive into a recent California federal court decision in Doe v. Eating Disorder Recovery LLC – a defense-friendly summary judgment ruling under the California…