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Articles 8 results
1.31.22
Laura Baucus authored the Industry Today article, "Driving Into 2022," which examines the top five legal trends powering the automotive industry.
10.26.21
Advanced Vehicle Control Systems & Human Error
Michael Carey authored the Bloomberg Law article, “Advanced Vehicle Control Systems & Human Error.” The article discusses how increasing automated driving functions have created new legal challenges…
10.01.20
Safety and Regulatory Considerations of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Michael Carey, Minneapolis-based member of Dykema’s Products, Class Actions, and Professional Liability practice group and co-leader of the firm’s Mobility and Advanced Transportation Team, co…
Blog Posts 6 results
12.20.21
Introduction The Minnesota Supreme Court said that a report authored for Polaris by regulatory compliance lawyers is not protected from disclosure by the attorney client privilege and can be…
11.22.21
Advanced Vehicle Control Systems & Human Error
Advanced vehicle control systems, including autonomous functionality, present novel liability considerations for the auto industry. While current law provides a useful framework to assess manufacturer…
11.03.21
Congress Proposes Booster Seat Safety Act—What to Know
Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., and Katie Porter, D-Calif. recently announced that they will be introducing the Booster Seat Safety Act to implement sweeping changes to regulations governing child…
Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 5 results
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.
5.18.21
Dykema lawyers John M. Thomas and Krista L. Lenart will explore the pitfalls and complications in arguing standing and personal jurisdiction in “no injury” class actions subject to CAFA.
8.20.19
Autonomous vehicles bring promises of enhanced safety, boosted personal productivity time, eased traffic congestion, and improved fuel economy, among other societal benefits. So what is holding us…
Events 1 result
9.19.17
Recent Developments in the Food & Beverage Industry and Lessons from Blue Bell
Dykema Cox Smith invites you to this exclusive update on the latest legal and regulatory developments affecting the food and beverage industry and what the food industry and its lawyers can learn from…
Legal Alerts 2 results
12.21.21
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Courtroom View Network (CVN) has recognized the firm’s defense of Kia in Perry v. Kia Motors as one of its “Top 10 Most Impressive…
7.26.21
Superior Court of California, Orange County Jury Sides with Kia America in Product Liability Suit
Dykema, a leading national law firm, successfully defended Kia America in a product liability case in the Superior Court of California, Orange County. On Thursday, July 22, 2021, after a two-month…
One Minute Matters Video Series 1 result
8.16.24
In response to safety concerns regarding rear seat occupants, NHTSA just issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to gather feedback on potential updates to FMVSS 207—the first potential change…
Press Mentions 54 results
2.19.25
“Transportation Group Of The Year: Dykema”
Law360 profiled Dykema’s Automotive and Transportation Industry Group as part of its recognition as a “Practice Group of the Year” in Transportation Law for 2024. Dykema was chosen as one of only four…
3.06.24
Dykema’s Automotive and Transportation Industry Group was profiled by Law360 as part of its recognition as a “Practice Group of the Year” in Transportation Law for 2023.
12.20.23
Dykema's Mike Carey was quoted in the Law360 article, "Top Product Liability Cases Of 2023," which names Dykema's defense wins as one of the top cases of the year.
Press Releases 178 results
3.20.25
Four Dykema Attorneys Selected for 2025 Law360 Editorial Advisory Boards
Four Dykema attorneys were selected to serve on various Law360 Editorial Advisory Boards for 2025. According to Law360, the editorial advisory boards provide feedback on the outlet's coverage and…
2.13.25
Michael Carey Named Minnesota Lawyer’s 2024 Attorney of the Year
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Minnesota Lawyer has named Michael R. Carey a 2024 Attorney of the Year.
2.11.25
Dykema’s Los Angeles Office Adds Trial Attorney Nathan A. Guest
Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Nathan Guest as a Senior Counsel in the Product Liability & Class Action Litigation Practice Group resident in the firm’s Los…
Publications 1 result
2.18.25
Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, a four-time recipient of Law360’s Practice Group of the Year for Transportation, is pleased to announce the release of its 3rd Annual Automotive Trends Report. This…
Speaking Engagements 12 results
3.20.25
Inaugural Summit on EV Battery Supply Chain and Compliance
Jay Logel will be a featured speaker at the American Conference Institute’s Inaugural Summit on EV Battery Supply Chain and Compliance, taking place on March 20, 2025, in Chicago.
3.18.25
13th Annual Automotive Litigation, Regulation, and Innovation Summit
Michael R. Carey and Jay D. Logel will serve as featured presenters at the American Conference Institute’s 13th Annual Automotive Litigation, Regulation, and Innovation Summit, taking place March…
4.11.24
Mike Carey, Daniela Gonzales Aldape, and Mickey Stevens will each serve as featured speakers at the American Bar Association (ABA) Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section's (TIPS) 2024 Motor Vehicle…
Webinars 8 results
6.14.23
Product Liability: Trailer and Vocational Truck Manufacturers
John Black gave a presentation for the Canadian Transportation Equipment Association’s webinar, “Product Liability: Trailer and Vocational Truck Manufacturers,” on June 14, 2023. Black provided a…
3.23.22
Attorney Client Privilege and the Predominant Purpose Test
Dykema’s Michael Carey and Mickey Stevens presented a Minnesota CLE web program on March 23, 2022. The program, “Attorney Client Privilege and the Predominant Purpose Test,” discussed the Predominant…
5.26.21
Supply Chain Challenges in the Automotive Industry, ACG Detroit
Laura Baucus, Bloomfield Hills-based Director of Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, and Mary Beth McGowan, Washington, D.C.-based Government Policy Advisor, will participate in the Association for…
