Autonomous heavy-duty motor vehicles — those with a gross weight of 10,001 pounds or greater — to date have been barred from public roadways in California. This will change if newly proposed California DMV regulations take effect.
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Federal PFAS Reporting Delayed, but Aerospace and Car-Part Companies are not Off-the-Hook
EPA recently published an interim final rule delaying by nine months the time for manufacturers and importers of products containing perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to report to EPA on their past activities. EPA’s PFAS reporting rule requires anyone who
DOT Announces Progress on Key Drone Regulations
On May 14, 2025, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced significant advancements in drone regulations. FAA’s proposed rules related to Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations (BVLOS) and restricting UAS operations at a fixed site facility have been submitted to
Global Trade Talks Podcast: Newly Announced Section 232 Investigation into Commercial Aircraft and Parts
In this podcast, Nicole Simonian and Dj Wolff, co-chairs of Crowell’s International Trade Group, continue their conversation with Daniel Cannistra, an International Trade partner. This session focuses on the newly announced Section 232 Investigation focusing on commercial aircraft and parts,
Aviation Attorney Amna Arshad Shortlisted for 2025 Women in Business Law Americas Awards
We are pleased to announce that our very own Amna Arshad has been shortlisted for the 2025 North America Aviation Lawyer of the Year award. This shortlist recognizes top women legal practitioners in the industry and honors their exceptional achievements
Crowell Takes the Stage at 2025 Transportation Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Crowell’s Mimi Dennis addressed the Transportation Lawyers Association’s (TLA) Annual Conference on May 2, 2025. The TLA is an 80-year-old independent bar association of in-house, government, and private practice attorneys who assist providers and commercial users of domestic and international
Global Trade Talks Podcast: Automotive Tariffs
Please listen in as hosts Nicole Simonian and Dj Wolff, co-chairs of Crowell’s International Trade Group, continue their conversation with Daniel Cannistra, an International Trade partner, on the Trump Administration tariffs. This session focuses on recent modifications to the automotive/auto
Upcoming FRA Nomination Hearing
On May 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, chaired by U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, will hold a nominations hearing that will address key nominations for the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Amtrak’s Board
Rail Derailment Trial Update: Jury Finds GATX Not Liable
On Wednesday, April 23, an Ohio jury decided that GATX is off the hook for helping Norfolk Southern (NS) pay for the $600 million settlement with residents of East Palestine.
This case stemmed from a $600 million settlement tied to
Argument About Uninjured Class Members Goes Before the Supreme Court
On April 29, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument about whether federal courts may certify a Rule 23(b)(3) class seeking damages when some of the class members lack Article III injury. To learn more, please read our Client Alert