Legal Affairs represents the interest of dealers in the legal, federal regulatory and franchise arenas. This involves the monitoring and analysis of federal administrative activities, the formation of NADA policies on these matters and the preparation of guides and bulletins to assist dealers in complying with federal requirements. The group analyzes dealer franchise agreements and manufacturer policies, maintains a state franchise law reporting program and assists ATAEs and dealers on franchise and state law matters. In addition, the group performs corporate legal work for NADA and its affiliated entities and is responsible for the NADA Legal Defense Fund.
Latest News
On April 30, 2009, Chrysler filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the Southern District of New York.
On June 1, 2009 General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Manhattan.
You can find more details, analysis, background materials, news reports, deadlines, pleadings and other filings on the secure dealer participant Web site by clicking the links below.