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The #FTC recently announced that it sent letters to 97 #auto dealership groups nationwide, encouraging them to review their #advertising and #pricing to ensure they are not engaging in misleading practices. Learn more in our alert: spr.ly/6015B6nFMB #Antitrust #Litigation

Recent #ERISA litigation is testing fiduciary oversight of voluntary benefit plans, including scrutiny of premiums and broker compensation. Our alert outlines the allegations and key compliance considerations: spr.ly/6017B6na09 #VoluntaryBenefitPlans #BrokerCompensation

DLA Piper has been recognized by Patexia ITC Section 337 Intelligence Report as one of the nation’s leading patent litigation firms in US International Trade Commission (ITC) litigation based on activity, success, and performance scores – further demonstrating DLA Piper’s market-leading strength in guiding clients through complex ITC investigations. In addition, Erin Gibson, Global Co-Chair of the firm’s Technology sector and Chair of its ITC practice, was ranked as the #1 most active ITC attorney representing respondents and the #1 best performing ITC attorney representing respondents, earning a Patexia performance score of 100 percent. Read more: spr.ly/6013B6nwGT

The policy statement provides certain conditions that the #FTC will consider to determine if it will not bring an enforcement action under #COPPA. Read our #PrivacyMatters blog: spr.ly/6014B6VZFa

Learn more about an array of developments in #sustainability law: spr.ly/6017B6VrIP

Businesses should audit the practical workflows in their opt-out mechanisms and look out for any confirmation loops or extra steps that could cause unnecessary friction in violation of the #CCPA. Read our #PrivacyMatters blog: spr.ly/6013B6VwId

DLA Piper advised Whop, a digital marketplace for creators, in an up to US$200 million investment by Tether Investments. Read more: spr.ly/6011B6VHeF #EGVC

In 2026, #PublicCompanies will prepare their proxy statements amid a variety of SEC policy changes regarding shareholder proposal processes, proxy advisory firms, and evolving disclosure expectations. Read more: spr.ly/6019B6pCnD

While enforcement of California’s Climate Related Financial Risk Act (SB 261) remains paused, many companies are voluntarily publishing disclosures – providing an early view into the market’s interpretation of SB 261 requirements. Our alert examines trends from the first wave of disclosures and what they mean for covered businesses. Read more: spr.ly/6017B6pCvU #Environmental #ESG #ENR

New #REIT Tax News: a Senate proposal to repeal healthcare RIDEA structures, REIT income issues tied to interest rate swaps, and Section 892 regulations impacting sovereign wealth funds. Read our alert: spr.ly/6019B6p4eF #RealEstate #JointVentures

Recently enacted and proposed regulations regarding executive compensation may also warrant the attention of FPIs, as they could require changes to business and compensation practices to ensure that compliant policies and procedures are put into place. In our Market Edge blog, we discuss these regulations and their potential impact on FPIs, executives, and directors: spr.ly/6011B6TKb3

Key takeaways for companies handling biometric data. #BIPA Read our #PrivacyMatters blog: spr.ly/6017B6TOwt

#IntellectualPropertyNews: #AI shockwave to come in trade secret disputes; #advertising dispute trends to watch in 2026; federal courts split on #tradesecret identification requirements under #DTSA; and states prohibit dual-currency #game models. #IP #Litigation Read more: spr.ly/6017B6pt9T

DOE has announced a $500 million Notice of Funding Opportunity to expand US critical minerals processing, battery manufacturing, and recycling. Our alert covers eligibility, cost share, and key 2026 deadlines. #CriticalMinerals #BatteryManufacturing #BatteryRecycling #EnergyTransition Read more here: spr.ly/6013B6pSQb

The #California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation announced that it will pause enforcement of the Fair Investment Practices by Venture Capital Companies Law pending further rulemaking. #DFPI #FIPVCC #InvestmentManagement Learn more in our alert: spr.ly/6012B6piEY

DLA Piper advised Quince, a manufacturer-to-consumer retail platform, on its US$500 million Series E financing round led by ICONIQ, valuing the company at US$10.1 billion. Read more: spr.ly/6012B6pVrK #EGVC

DLA Piper lawyers and business professionals volunteered at @foodbankmetrodc. For decades, we have engaged in work to combat hunger, and we are proud to work alongside Capital Area Food Bank: dlapiper.com/en-us/insights…

DLA Piper is pleased to announce that Hildy Sastre, a preeminent trial lawyer in high stakes product liability and complex litigation, has joined the firm as a Partner. Read more: spr.ly/6010B6pGcs

Our latest Market Edge blog discusses the scope of the new #Section16 obligations, requirements for exemptive relief, and key considerations for FPIs. Read more: spr.ly/6010B6T1qg

For cybersecurity lawyers and risk leaders, the findings matter because they speak directly to evolving regulatory expectations, heightened stakeholder scrutiny and the emerging contours of what “appropriate security” means in 2026. Read our latest #PrivacyMatters blog: spr.ly/6010B6TOsn