Legal & Legislative

Navigating car dealership paperwork can be tricky, especially for non-English speakers. In this article, Barrie explores how federal and state laws, including consumer protection acts, safeguard non-English speaking consumers from deceptive practices.

Staying compliant with the FTC’s Privacy and Safeguards Rules requires constant action. The Privacy Rule mandates providing customers with clear notices and an option to opt out of data sharing with nonaffiliated third parties. The Safeguards Rule now requires a robust security program and reporting data breaches affecting 500 or more consumers to the FTC within 30 days of discovery.

Thinking of selling your dealership? This essential guide covers the key considerations before you go to market, from asset vs. real estate sales to non-competes.

Some dealers may not view their franchisors as suppliers, but they are if programs are offered, not mandated.

For years we have emphasized the importance of a company policy for supplier contracts. There are many suppliers of many goods and services.

Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs.

For years we have emphasized the importance of a company policy for supplier contracts. There are many suppliers of many goods and services.

Every January, VADA attorney Barrie Charapp Beaty compiles the definitive roadmap for the year ahead. This isn’t just a legal update; it is your operational survival guide.

What happens to your dealership if you’re gone? A succession plan is crucial for your family, lenders, & OEM. Learn why you can’t afford to delay.

As vehicles’ advanced technology introduces new cybersecurity risks, dealerships face direct liability. Major brands have faced vulnerabilities allowing remote vehicle control and data theft. Failing to address these discoverable risks can lead to lawsuits. Learn the critical steps to protect your dealership from these growing threats.