Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Arenson & Maas

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

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Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Arenson & Maas

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

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Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Arenson & Maas

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

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CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Arenson & Maas

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

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Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Arenson & Maas

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

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Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Arenson & Maas

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

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Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Arenson & Maas

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

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CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Arenson & Maas

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

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BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Arenson & Maas

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

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Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Arenson & Maas

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

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Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Arenson Law Group PC

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Arenson Law Group PC

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Arenson Law Group PC

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Arenson Law Group PC

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Arenson Law Group PC

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Arenson Law Group PC

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Arenson Law Group PC

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

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CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Arenson Law Group PC

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

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BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Arenson Law Group PC

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

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Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Arenson Law Group PC

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

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Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Auto Dealer Law

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

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Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Auto Dealer Law

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Auto Dealer Law

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Auto Dealer Law

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Auto Dealer Law

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Auto Dealer Law

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Auto Dealer Law

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Auto Dealer Law

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Auto Dealer Law

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Auto Dealer Law

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

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Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Bankruptcy

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Bankruptcy

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Bankruptcy

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Bankruptcy

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Bankruptcy

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Bankruptcy

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Bankruptcy

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Bankruptcy

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Bankruptcy

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Bankruptcy

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

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Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Boundary Disputes

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

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Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Boundary Disputes

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Boundary Disputes

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Boundary Disputes

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Boundary Disputes

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Boundary Disputes

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Boundary Disputes

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Boundary Disputes

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Boundary Disputes

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

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Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Boundary Disputes

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Business Acquisition

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Business Acquisition

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Business Acquisition

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Business Acquisition

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Business Acquisition

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Business Acquisition

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Business Acquisition

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Business Acquisition

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Business Acquisition

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Business Acquisition

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Business Law

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Business Law

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Business Law

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Business Law

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Business Law

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Business Law

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Business Law

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Business Law

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Business Law

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Business Law

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Celebrity Divorce

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Celebrity Divorce

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Celebrity Divorce

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Celebrity Divorce

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Celebrity Divorce

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Celebrity Divorce

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Celebrity Divorce

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Celebrity Divorce

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Celebrity Divorce

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Celebrity Divorce

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Criminal Law

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Criminal Law

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Criminal Law

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Criminal Law

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Criminal Law

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Criminal Law

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Criminal Law

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Criminal Law

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Criminal Law

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Criminal Law

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

custody

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

custody

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

custody

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

custody

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

custody

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

custody

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

custody

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

custody

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

custody

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

custody

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Dealer Law Review

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Dealer Law Review

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Dealer Law Review

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Dealer Law Review

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Dealer Law Review

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Dealer Law Review

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Dealer Law Review

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Dealer Law Review

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Dealer Law Review

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Dealer Law Review

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Divorce

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Divorce

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Divorce

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Divorce

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Divorce

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

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Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Divorce

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Divorce

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Divorce

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Divorce

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Divorce

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Domestic Violence

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

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Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Domestic Violence

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Domestic Violence

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Domestic Violence

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Domestic Violence

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Domestic Violence

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Domestic Violence

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Domestic Violence

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Domestic Violence

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Domestic Violence

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Family Law

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Family Law

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Family Law

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Family Law

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Family Law

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Family Law

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Family Law

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Family Law

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Family Law

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Family Law

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Juvenile Law

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Juvenile Law

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Juvenile Law

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Juvenile Law

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Juvenile Law

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Juvenile Law

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Juvenile Law

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Juvenile Law

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Juvenile Law

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Juvenile Law

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Mediation

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Mediation

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Mediation

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Mediation

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Mediation

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Mediation

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Mediation

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Mediation

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Mediation

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Mediation

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

PLC

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

PLC

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

PLC

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

PLC

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

PLC

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

PLC

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

PLC

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

PLC

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

PLC

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

PLC

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Real Estate

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Real Estate

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Real Estate

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Real Estate

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Real Estate

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Real Estate

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Real Estate

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Real Estate

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Real Estate

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Real Estate

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Trusts/Estates/Probate

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Trusts/Estates/Probate

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Trusts/Estates/Probate

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Trusts/Estates/Probate

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Van Horn Motors Grand Opening

Uncategorized

Congratulations to Van Horn Motors of Newhall on their very successful Grand Opening on December 12, 2017!

Read More

Some Iowa Volkswagen drivers may be eligible for compensation

Uncategorized

Carmakers Volkswagen and Audi have come to a settlement that requires them to refund and buy back or fix cars of more than 3,600 car owners in Iowa. The vehicles that sparked the laws…

Read More

Arenson Law Group, PC, helps with purchase of Ford and Lincoln Dealership

Uncategorized

Jim Arenson of Arenson Law Group, PC, is excited to announce that we represented Jim Rydell and Matt Halbur in their purchase of the Ford and Lincoln dealership in Independence, Iowa on July 1, 2015. We are honored to have had the opp…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Trial Court Limits the Definition of “Oppression” for Minority Shareholders

Uncategorized

Last summer, the Iowa Supreme Court decided Baur v. Baur Farms. In that case, the court helped define “oppression” in relation to minority/majority shareholder relationships. Issue 13.4 of the Dealer Law Review pointed out that this case…

Read More

Understanding Sales Performance Measurement: How Average Became the New Minimum

Uncategorized

Condensed from the white paper created by economist Ted Stockton of the Fontana Group. This article addresses the familiar topic of sales standards applied to or imposed on dealerships by automotive manufacturers and distributors. The names…

Read More

Automobile Dealers Fielding Calls Regarding Expanded Airbag Recalls

Uncategorized

Auto dealers throughout Cedar Rapids have been receiving calls from owners concerned that their vehicle could be equipped with defective Takata airbags. Recently, the National Highway Tra…

Read More

Iowa Dealers—Check Your Plates!

Uncategorized

An Iowa Supreme Court May 2, 2014 decision may affect Iowa Automotive dealers and their customers. Many dealerships promote their business through the use of plate frames. The Iowa Supreme Court has put a small hiccup in the use of plate frames for d…

Read More

CASE UPDATE: Finnin Motors v. U.S.

Uncategorized

In 2009, GM and Chrysler terminated over 100 franchises during the course of their bankruptcies. In two class action lawsuits, which include some Iowa dealers, franchise-owners claimed that the termination of their franchises created an illegal “ta…

Read More

BrakeDown: Federal and Iowa Laws on Dealer Advertising

Uncategorized

We recently blogged about “Operation Steer Clear,” where the FTC targeted automobile dealerships for false or misleading advertising. The FTC charged a number of dealers with violations leading to litigation and consent agreements. For more on th…

Read More

Buy-In: Adding an Investor—Pros, Cons, and Pointers

Uncategorized

Allowing an investor to buy into your corporation or LLC can be a complicated process. While it may be a great idea for some dealerships, it may be unsuitable for others. Every case is unique, and whether to add an investor involves a series of impor…

Read More

Written by James H. Arenson

Last Updated : November 22, 2022