Episode 12 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we sit down with Gina Ferrari, National Chair of Seyfarth’s Litigation Department, for a practical and insightful discussion on the rise of mass arbitration. We break down what mass arbitration is, why it has become a flashpoint for companies in recent years, and
Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take: Recent Decision from the Illinois Appellate Court – Biometric Information Privacy Act
In this Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take episode, we discuss the Illinois Appellate Court’s recent decision in Salinas, et al. v. Surestaff, LLC, et al., 2026 IL App (3d) 250239, which is a significant win for defendants navigating Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) litigation. The Third District Appellate Court affirmed summary judgment for the staffing‑agency
Consumer Counterpoint Quick Take: What Does “Consumer” Really Mean Under the Video Privacy Protection Act?
In this Quick Take Episode, we discuss the Supreme Court’s recent grant of certiorari on a Sixth Circuit decision holding that an individual who subscribes to an email newsletter is not a “consumer” under the VPPA.
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Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 11 – Update – Texas Mini-TCPA Registration Requirements
Episode 11 is now live. In a previous episode, we discussed the Texas amendments to its mini-TCPA statute that went into effect in 2025. This episode provides an update related to the registration requirements under that statute and the clarifications provided by the Texas Office of Attorney General and Secretary of State on certain types
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 10 – TCPA Quiet Hours
Episode 10 is now live. This Episode discusses the “Quiet Hours” provision of the TCPA and the viability of a claim where prior express written consent was obtained from the consumer. It also discusses the wave of cases making such allegations and state statutes that also contain “Quiet Hours” restrictions.
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 8 – Trends We Saw In 2025
Episode 8 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we discuss the type of consumer class action cases that were trending in 2025 as well as which trends we expected to continue into 2026. We also discuss which key issues in these cases we expect to see substantive rulings on in 2026.
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 7 – Recent Decision on the California Invasion of Privacy Act
Episode 7 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, co-hosts Kristine Argentine and Paul Yovanic dive into a recent California federal court decision in Doe v. Eating Disorder Recovery LLC – a defense-friendly summary judgment ruling under the California Invasion Privacy Act (CIPA). Tune in as Kristine and Paul break down the decision
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 6 – Colorado Privacy Act
Episode 6 is now live. On July 1, 2025, Colorado expanded its privacy protections with a major amendment to the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), introducing new obligations for businesses and employers handling biometric identifiers and biometric data. This update imposes requirements around notice, consent, retention, and security—even for entities not previously subject to the
Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 4 – Telephone Consumer Protection Act
Episode 4 is now live. In this episode of Consumer Counterpoint, we discuss the recent Supreme Court decision in McLaughlin Chiropractic Associates v. McKesson Corporation and the district courts that are reassessing the statutory interpretation of certain TCPA provisions where the previously accepted interpretations came from FCC Orders.
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Consumer Counterpoint: Episode 3 – Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act
Episode 3 is now live. Episode three focuses on the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), a law that has generated significant litigation and compliance challenges over the past several years. In the episode, we discuss the history of BIPA, recent litigation trends, key court decisions, and common strategic defenses. We also look ahead to