1) Top Issues Facing Automotive Suppliers in 2016 By Mark A. Aiello, Howard W. Fogt, Andrew B. Fromm, Christopher H. Grigorian, Michael W. Groebe, Steven H. Hilfinger, Chanley T. Howell, Gregory Husisian, Dustin J. Jackson, Vanessa L. Miller, Frank S. Murray Jr, John A. Simon, Christopher M. Swift, John R. Trentacosta, and Ann Marie Uetz 14 January 2016 The automotive industry has experienced dramatic change — including legal and regulatory developments — over the past year, and the road ahead shows no signs of slowing down. Being at the forefront of these developments will help you anticipate how those changes may impact your business. Foley’s Automotive Industry Team has prepared this report that examines what the litigation, enforcement, and regulatory landscape will look like in 2016. Inside, you will learn about the latest in: q q q q q q q q q Managing force majeure events, warranty and recall exposure, volume fluctuations, and international dispute resolution Reducing compliance risk related to vehicle safety and reporting, exploring autonomous and crash avoidance technologies, and reviewing regulatory developments related to vehicular cybersecurity measures Recognizing common cybersecurity myths and key elements for risk management Understanding the risks relative to international and domestic compliance issues Dealing with financially strained customers and suppliers Mitigating labor and management issues, including independent contractor classification, paid sick leave for same-sex married couples, and more Heeding ongoing U.S. criminal antitrust prosecutions and the reach of U.S. antitrust laws Leveraging favorable current conditions in automotive mergers and acquisitions Investigating risks to government contracts posed by counterfeit parts Download This White Paper