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The Safeguards Rule Updated Again
The FTC amended the Safeguards Rule that affects dealerships. This amendment goes into effect on May 13, 2024.
FTC’s Ban on Noncompetes
The Federal government was very busy in the last month issuing a flurry of laws that affect dealerships and dealership personnel.
CARS Column: Pricing disclosure requirement
There was a flurry of federal activity in recent weeks. Our counsel Barrie Beaty breaks down the big stuff.
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The PWFA requires reasonable accommodations for a worker’s known limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions unless the accommodation will cause an undue hardship on your business.
DOL’S Final Rule on Overtime Exemptions for White Collor Employees
The Department of Labor released a final rule defining overtime exemptions for white collar employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). For dealerships, the rule does not affect many employees, but you should review it regardless.
The Federal Government Crosses Off Some of Its Wishlist Items by Making Them Law
There was a flurry of federal activity in recent weeks. Our counsel Barrie Beaty breaks down the big stuff.
Honda’s Afeela Can’t Bypass Franchise System in Virginia
VADA has weighed in on potential plans by Honda’s JV Afeela to sell direct in the U.S. In two words: Not here.
6 Virginia Dealers Among top U.S.
Six Virginia dealers are among the top 150 in the U.S., ranked by Automotive News. See which dealers made the cut.
CARS Column: Beneficial Add-Ons
For years, dealers have heard that the add-ons must actually add value because of the claims that the FTC have brought against dealers.