If we aren’t vigilant, the actions of a few could lead to changes that impact us all. My message is this: If this industry isn’t careful, and you don’t pay attention, you will reap what others have sown.
Legal & Legislative
Legal and Compliance Considerations on CDK and other Cyberattacks
Note: This guidance was put together by VADA’s external counsel, Barrie Charapp Beaty. For the CDK breach, VADA is not in a position to render advice as to whether notification
Barrie: It’s Time to Use a Microscope to Examine Your Advertisements
Consumers form their first impressions of dealers through advertisements. Majority of a dealers advertise through the internet, allowing dealers’ the ability to change and update their advertising in real time, several times a day. Advertising compliance is critical for not only federal and state regulators but consumers.
Barrie Update: Court Stops Ban on Non-competes from Going into Effect
The FTC’s nationwide rule banning non-competes is set aside, but dealers need to follow state law when it comes to noncompete agreements.
Barrie: It’s Time to Check Employees’ Pay Plans
Pay plans can lead either to employee satisfaction or to dissatisfaction. For dissatisfied employees, lawsuits are a possibility with significant liability for the dealership.
Barrie: NLRB’s Expanded Joint-Employer Rule in Action
Now that courts have begun to use this rule to classify management companies as joint employers, dealer groups that operate under a common management company must be aware that their liability exposure is significantly increased.
Barrie: It’s Time to Prep for Cyberattacks
What happened to CDK is not unique to CDK, and it happens to large and small companies on a daily basis. For those reasons, we write this article to identify steps you can take to be ready for the next cyberattack.
Barrie: The Importance of Contributing to and Participating in Your Local State Auto Dealers Association
One of the most effective ways to ensure your dealership thrives is by actively contributing to and participating in your local state auto dealers association. These associations offer a myriad of benefits that can significantly enhance your dealership’s operations, community standing and overall success.
Barrie: The U.S. Supreme Court Issued Decisions that are Important to your Dealership
Barrie breaks down the latest from the high court, including the ruling that resulted in the Supreme Court departing from the Chevron Doctrine, and what it all means for dealers.
Reminder: Franchise Items That You Can Control
While you cannot control some matters, like the standard terms of your dealer sales and service agreement, there are some issues to which you can give attention protect your rights with your franchisor.