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California Legislature Advances Bill to Curb Certain Types of California State Website Privacy Claims
California’s Senate Bill 690 aims to limit private claims under the California Invasion of Privacy Act related to website technologies, providing relief to businesses facing lawsuits for common practices. However, traditional wiretapping claims remain unaffected and risks persist nationwide.
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FTC and Connecticut Secure $4 Million Settlement Against Connecticut Dealership for Deceptive Pricing and Fee Practices
On August 19, 2026, a Connecticut dealership settled for $4 million over deceptive pricing and unauthorized fees. This case highlights individual liability risks for dealership owners and management.
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FTC and Maryland Attorney General Secure Over $78 Million in Refunds and Penalties Against Maryland Dealership Group for Deceptive Pricing Practices
On April 2, 2026, the FTC and the Maryland Attorney General jointly announced a proposed settlement resolving allegations of systematic deceptive pricing and add-on practices at a Maryland-based dealership group.
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FTC Issues Massive Warning to Dealers About Price Advertising
The FTC has sent warning letters to 97 auto dealership groups nationwide, expressing “concern” that all these dealers are violating the law, and putting the entire industry on notice that advertised vehicle prices must reflect the true, all-in price consumers will actually pay—including all mandatory fees. Dealers should act immediately to audit their advertising and…
