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Tesla’s camera-based driver monitoring system triggers legal complaint in Illinois

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While a camera-based DMS has evident advantages, a class action complaint has been proposed against Tesla in Illinois, with the Plaintiff claiming that the company’s in-cabin driver monitoring system violates the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Ford dealers are opting out of Model e EV certification program

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Last week, an Automotive News report revealed that Ford would be rolling out changes to its dealer requirements for its EV certification program. These changes come amidst challenges for the automaker, such as a legal battle about the EV initiative that it lost last week in Illinois.

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Judge rules against Tesla insurance over ‘inflated’ premiums

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Seligman also dismissed a breach of contract claim from plaintiff Ricky Stephens, an Illinois resident, offering him a chance to make changes before moving forward. A Tesla spokesperson and the insurance arm’s legal team have not responded to requests for comment.

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Regulatory & Legal Alerts – October 2017

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Peopletrail actively tracks the regulatory and legal environment that surrounds employment and criminal background screening. Officials are expected to scrap an unusual ordinance requiring that all new business owners be fingerprinted for criminal background checks. The new regulations take effect Sept. State Legislation.

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Rivian produced 7,363 EVs in Q3 2022

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Rivian produced 7,363 EVs at its facility in Normal, Illinois in the third quarter of 2022, the company announced. ” “We remain undeterred in our efforts to bring high-paying, American manufacturing jobs to Georgia, and are currently assessing all legal options.’ Follow us for interactive news & more.

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Ford Revises Dealer EV Requirements

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According to those in the know at Automotive News , Ford is slashing the required dealer training on electron eaters in half, while also cutting the number of EV chargers a retailer must install. Images: Ford] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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Tesla registers insurance company at Giga Berlin’s address

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Last month, those plans seemed to be pushing forward with the company taking steps to introduce Tesla Insurance in other US states, including Texas, Illinois, and Washington. In Q2 2020, Elon Musk and Zachary Kirkhorn stated that the company intended to expand Tesla Insurance.

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