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New Executive Order on English Language Requirement for Commercial Vehicle Drivers
On April 28, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order for Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers. The EO declares it “the policy of [the] Administration to support America’s truckers and safeguard our roadways by enforcing
NHTSA Announces Actions Under Trump Administration’s New Framework for Removing Regulatory Barriers for Automated Vehicles
On April 24, the Department of Transportation announced the Trump Administration’s new framework for the regulation of Automated Vehicles (“AVs”). To learn more, please read our Client Alert NHTSA Announces First Actions Under Trump Administration’s New Framework for Removing Regulatory
Auto Dealers: Enhanced State-Level Enforcement Ahead
The Fifth Circuit vacated the FTC’s Combatting Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule in January of this year, finding that the FTC failed to follow the correct administrative procedures when it promulgated the regulation. To learn more, please read our Client
Rail Derailment Trial Update: GATX and OxyVinyls Say “Case Closed”
Norfolk Southern (NS) rested its case on April 11. Both GATX and OxyVinyls have now moved for judgment as a matter of law.
Rail Derailment Trial Kicks Off: Who Pays For East Palestine?
A high-stakes jury trial is underway in Ohio federal court to determine whether GATX and OxyVinyls should reimburse Norfolk Southern (NS) for some or all of a $600 million class-action settlement tied to the 2023 East Palestine derailment.
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Force Majeure Clauses in Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics Agreements – In the Spotlight Again!
In the current environment, disruption and lack of predictability are the new norm. As we experienced in the COVID-19 pandemic, the force majeure clause is taking center stage at least for some companies. It is time to review your contracts
SCOTUS Ruling on Civil RICO Claims Could Create Uptick in Personal Injury Lawsuits
On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court extended the reach of Section 1964(c) of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act by holding that a plaintiff may seek treble damages for a business or property loss resulting from
Michigan Supreme Court Asked To Clarify 2023 Requirement Contracts Ruling in Airboss
For a discussion of recent cases regarding enforceability of automotive supply contracts, read our Client Alert Release-By-Release? The Michigan Supreme Court Is Asked To Clarify 2023 Requirement Contracts Ruling in Airboss.
NHTSA Rulemaking Roundup: March 2025
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published the below notices of final rulemaking this month. Specifically, NHTSA published one correction to its recent final rule on child restraint systems, and two notifications of enforcement discretion announcing that it would