By Michael G. Charapp Charapp & Weiss LLP Always respond to critical letters from franchisors We have regularly written about the need for dealers to give attention to communications from
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Is it really a lawyer calling?
By Michael G. Charapp Charapp & Weiss LLP A Lawyer is Paid More for a Letter than a Phone Call We sometimes get a call from a client claiming that
Review your repair orders now to avoid litigation later
By Michael G. Charapp Charapp & Weiss LLP Chances are that you include fees to your service customers in addition to parts and labor charges. It has been nearly two
Vaccine Update for Dealership Employees
April 1, 2021 Information about COVID-19 vaccine availability is regularly updated by the Commonwealth and federal government. Bookmark this page and check back often to keep your team informed of
Handle Document Management with a Pro
Even with major advances with greater digital transaction volumes, dealerships still produce a lot of paperwork in the process of selling and buying vehicles. They also have volumes of resources
Synthetic Identity Fraud
As a side effect of increased digital sales activities resulting from the pandemic, finance sources are reporting a substantial increase in synthetic identity fraud. What is that? It is a
Electric Cars: The Big Lie
By Michael G. Charapp Charapp & Weiss LLP “New car dealers just don’t want to sell electric cars”, we have all heard. Anyone who knows anything about car dealerships knows
December 2020 Cox Automotive Sales Forecast
December 22, 2020 Here is a look at December sales and the full year from our friends at Cox Automotive: Sales Pace Continues to Slow as 2020 Stumbles Across Finish
Our Standing on EVs and Upcoming Virginia Legislation
January 4, 2021 Late last month, VADA sent the below letter to leaders in Virginia’s House of Delegates and Senate, making clear our position on upcoming legislation that would adopt
New Stimulus Package and Dealer Impacts
December 23, 2020 Congress has passed, and President Trump is expected to sign, legislation providing additional COVID-19 relief. Here are some of the key provisions dealers should be aware of: