News and Insights

January 2024

"Child Victims of Human Trafficking Who Are Accused of Crimes Against Their Traffickers"

Mark Chutkow authored the article, "Child Victims of Human Trafficking Who Are Accused of Crimes Against Their Traffickers," which was published in the Oakland County Bar Association's Laches…

11.09.23

"Fresh Off Longest Labor Disruption in a Generation, What’s Driving Regulation & Enforcement in the Auto Industry?"

Mark Chutkow and Jen Beidel authored an article for Corporate Compliance Insights.

6.19.22

Chutkow and Ross Author Fraud Intelligence Article on Navigating Corporate Monitorships Effectively

Following the DOJ’s renewed emphasis on the use of monitors in corporate enforcement, Mark Chutkow and Jason Ross co-authored the Fraud Intelligence article, “How to navigate corporate monitorships…

1.06.20

Cybersecurity Attacks: The Importance of Compliance With the Standards

Recent ransomware attacks illustrate the importance of compliance with the HIPAA required and addressable security standards. In its December 2, 2019 Fall 2019 Cybersecurity Newsletter, the Office of…

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. 

4.27.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: ESG, Labor and Employment, Antitrust

This webinar will address survey findings in the ESG, labor and employment and antitrust sectors.

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.

11.16.23

Navigating Four Challenges for Corporate Compliance

Concerned about successfully navigating the myriad of new compliance, disclosure, and enforcement initiatives introduced by the DOJ and SEC? Join Dykema’s Government Investigations and Corporate…

5.17.22

Potholes on the Compliance Highway: What Companies Need to Know About the New Rules for Disclosures, ESG, and Whistleblowers

Worried about how to navigate through all the new compliance, disclosure, and enforcement initiatives of DOJ and SEC, including climate and ESG (environmental, social, and governance)? Join Dykema’s…

10.10.19

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Roundtable – Dallas

We invite you to join us in Dallas on Thursday, October 10, 2019 for our Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Roundtable: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are and Where We are Going… and How to Be Ready. Our…

6.12.18

Conducting An Internal Investigation: Potential Legal Pitfalls and Pointers to Reduce Legal Risks

The legal industry continues to forecast an increased need for organizations to conduct internal investigations. Internal investigations are needed to address allegations in many areas including…

7.18.24

Last Month at the Supreme Court | July 2024

The Supreme Court recently concluded a busy and historic term with a number of groundbreaking and important decisions.

5.28.24

Last Month at the Supreme Court | May 2024

This May 2024 edition of Last Month at the Supreme Court examines the Court’s recent unanimous decision allowing Texas property owners to pursue just compensation claims through a state law cause of…

4.25.24

Last Month at the Supreme Court | April 2024

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

7.18.24

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Determines Legal Standard for Fourth Amendment Malicious Prosecution Claims

On June 20, 2024, the Supreme Court held (6-3) in Chiaverini v. City of Napoleon, Ohio that a plaintiff charged with a crime not supported by probable cause can prevail on a Fourth Amendment malicious…

7.18.24

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Holds Defendants Entitled to a Jury Trial When SEC Seeks Civil Penalties for Securities Fraud

On June 27, 2024, the Supreme Court held in SEC v. Jarkesy that Congress violated the Seventh Amendment by allowing the Securities and Exchange Commission to pursue civil penalties through…

7.18.24

Decision Alert: Supreme Court Holds That a Unanimous Jury Must Determine Beyond a Reasonable Doubt Facts That Affect Sentencing Under the Armed Career Criminal Act

On June 21, 2024, in Erlinger v. United States, the Supreme Court held that the Fifth and Sixth Amendments require a jury to unanimously find beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant’s previous…

10.17.23

How is federal policy shaping the cannabis industry? Two former federal prosecutors discuss.

As the cannabis companies continue to operate under a patchwork of state-level legality, any developments at the federal level will have a significant impact on the industry.

6.12.24

“What Is Jury Tampering?”

Mark Chutkow was extensively quoted in the U.S. News & World Report article, “What Is Jury Tampering?”.

5.29.24

"Feds to convene grand jury for Diddy"

Jen Beidel was interviewed by FOX 5 New York for its story, "Feds to convene grand jury for Diddy." 

5.20.24

"How is new mobility reshaping the legal landscape?"

Laura Baucus was quoted and Dykema's 2024 Automotive Trends Report was highlighted in the Automotive World article, "How is new mobility reshaping the legal landscape?".

6.06.24

Dykema Earns 16 Practice Area Rankings and 33 Individual Rankings in Chambers USA 2024

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that it received 33 individual attorney rankings and 16 practice area rankings in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for…

3.15.24

Mark Chutkow Joins the International Academy of Trial Lawyers

Dykema is proud to announce that Mark Chutkow became a member of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL).

1.25.24

12 Dykema Attorneys Listed as 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 10 attorneys from the firm’s Chicago office, and from multiple practice areas, were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers list by Illinois Super…

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…

10.12.22

Preventing and Detecting Nonprofit Fraud: The Role of Legal Counsel and the Forensic Accountant

Jennifer Beidel presented "Preventing and Detecting Nonprofit Fraud: The Role of Legal Counsel and the Forensic Accountant” at the Marcum Corporate Compliance & Fraud Summit.

7.25.22

Sean Griffin Discussed Cybersecurity and Expert Witness Topics in FDCC Annual Meeting

Sean Griffin participated in two sessions at the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel 2022 Annual Meeting on July 25-30, 2022, in Seattle, Washington. 

9.25.19

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Roundtable – San Antonio

We invite you to join us in San Antonio on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 for our Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Roundtable: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are and Where We are Going… and How to Be Ready.…

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.

8.24.22

Beyond the ESG Buzzwords: Government Enforcement Review and In-House Perspectives on ESG Compliance Initiatives

New and proposed regulations relating to ESG (environmental, social, and governance) initiatives are one of the hottest legal topics for 2022. Questions abound regarding what regulations the…

7.19.22

Sean Griffin Participates in Canadian Defence Lawyers Privacy Series

Sean Griffin served as a featured speaker in Canadian Defence Lawyers Defending Privacy Infringement Claims In Canada series. Griffin’s session, “Exposure of Canadian Companies to American Privacy…