Regulatory Oversight Podcast

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight, Stephen Piepgrass is joined by Zack Condry, co-founder of Watermark Strategies, to analyze the evolving landscape of crisis management and the critical role of strategic communication in navigating complex issues. They explore effective communication strategies, public relations, and the evolving role of AI in managing crises. Zack shares insights from his...

In this crossover episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast and Regulatory Oversight , Chris Willis is joined by Joseph DeFazio, Bill Foley, and Michael Yaghi to discuss the implications of New York's FAIR Act, a significant amendment to the state's UDAAP statute. The FAIR Act aims to broaden consumer protection by lowering the threshold for legal action against unfair and abusive business practices...

In this crossover episode of The Good Bot and Regulatory Oversight , Brett Mason, Gene Fishel, and Chris Carlson discuss the latest state laws targeting AI, especially in health care. They break down new legislation in Colorado, Utah, California, and Texas, highlighting differences in scope and enforcement. They also cover how state attorneys general are using consumer protection and anti-discrimi...

In this episode of our special Regulatory Oversight: Solicitors General Insights series, RISE Counsel Jeff Johnson, a former deputy solicitor general in the Missouri Attorney General's office, welcomes Michigan Solicitor General Ann Sherman and New Jersey Solicitor General Jeremy Feigenbaum. They explore the art of oral advocacy, sharing insights into how they effectively present cases. The conver...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Stephen Piepgrass, Michael Yaghi, and Dan Waltz conclude their two-part series on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The group discusses strategies for managing and improving BBB ratings for businesses, while examining how consumer complaints impact potential regulatory actions. They emphasize the importance of addressing these consumer complaints promptly,...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , we kick off a two-part series on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Stephen Piepgrass, Michael Yaghi, and Dan Waltz explore the significance of the BBB for businesses, particularly in relation to regulatory scrutiny and consumer trust. The conversation begins with an overview of the BBB as a quasi-governmental agency, emphasizing its role in consumer compla...

In this episode of our special Regulatory Oversight: Solicitors General Insights series, Jeff Johnson is joined by District of Columbia Solicitor General Caroline Van Zile and Washington Solicitor General Noah Purcell to discuss their respective offices, and the distinct challenges and focuses of each. Noah shares insights into the Washington Solicitor General's Office, and Caroline discusses the...

In this episode of our special Regulatory Oversight: Solicitors General Insights series, Jeff Johnson is joined by Iowa Solicitor General Eric Wessan and Indiana Solicitor General James Barta to discuss their roles and responsibilities, as well as the current legal challenges their offices are facing. The conversation delves into the intricacies of state and federal court appeals, highlighting the...

In this episode of the Regulatory Oversight podcast, Stephen Piepgrass welcomes David Navetta, Lauren Geiser, and Dan Waltz to discuss the $51.75 million nationwide class settlement involving Clearview AI and its broader implications. The conversation focuses on Clearview AI's facial recognition software, which has sparked controversy due to its use of publicly available images to generate biometr...

In this crossover episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast and Regulatory Oversight , Chris Willis, Kim Phan, and Stephen Piepgrass provide insights on a new joint privacy task force among several state AGs, known as the Consortium of Privacy Regulators. The consortium recently outlined goals to share state resources and align enforcement priorities regarding consumer harm and privacy rights. In re...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Stephen Piepgrass is joined by colleagues Brad Weber and Christy Matelis from the firm's Antitrust Practice Group to explore the evolving landscape of right-to-repair laws across the United States. The discussion delves into the complexities of the right-to-repair movement, highlighting the patchwork nature of state laws and the absence of a national frame...

Join us for a special crossover episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast and Regulatory Oversight , where Chris Willis, Kim Phan, and Gene Fishel delve into the evolving world of state AI legislation. As AI becomes a pivotal tool in the financial services industry, understanding the implications of new laws is crucial. This episode focuses on Colorado's comprehensive AI law and its potential influe...

In this episode of our special Regulatory Oversight: Solicitors General Insights series, Jeff Johnson, a former deputy solicitor general in the Missouri Attorney General's office, welcomes Scott Stewart, solicitor general of Mississippi, and Matt Rice, solicitor general of Tennessee. The episode uncovers the intricacies of being a state solicitor general and the impact of their work on state and n...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Stephanie Kozol and Chuck Slemp welcome Illinois Attorney General (AG) Kwame Raoul and Chief Deputy AG Brent Stratton. Raoul and Stratton share their career inspirations, unique journeys into politics, and the challenges they have faced in their political endeavors. The duo explains the AG office's organizational structure and operations, as well as their...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Stephanie Kozol and Chuck Slemp welcome Maine Attorney General (AG) Aaron Frey to discuss the unique aspects of the Maine Office of the AG. The conversation begins with Frey sharing his personal background and motivations for entering public service, before delving into the distinctive process of electing the AG in Maine. The insightful discussion then tur...

This episode of Regulatory Oversight spotlights recent Moving the Metal episode "The Future of Auto Dealership Compliance: A Conversation With Tom Kline." In this episode, Brooke Conkle and Chris Capurso from Troutman Pepper Locke's Consumer Financial Services Practice Group are joined by Tom Kline, lead consultant and founder of Better Vantage Point. Tom shares his extensive experience in the aut...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Chuck Slemp welcomes his former boss, Virginia Attorney General (AG) Jason Miyares. With more than two decades of shared history, Chuck and Jason delve into a candid conversation about their journey from young professionals in the AG’s office to their current roles. Jason shares his inspiring journey from intern to becoming the first Hispanic AG of Virgini...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Clay Friedman, co-leader of the firm's State Attorneys General (AG) practice, welcomes back Brian Kane, executive director of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG). They discuss the significant transitions and reforms at NAAG over the past two years, including the implementation of a bipartisan leadership structure and a comprehensive manage...

In this special joint edition of the Consumer Finance Podcast and the Regulatory Oversight Podcast , host Chris Willis is joined by colleagues Stephen Piepgrass, James Kim, Jesse Silverman, and Lane Page to discuss the ongoing changes at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and predict how state regulators and legislatures will react to fill the void. This episode explores the anticipat...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , Chuck Slemp is joined by New Hampshire Attorney General (AG) John Formella to discuss his journey to becoming New Hampshire's AG. Formella highlights his career in private practice, his role as legal counsel to Governor Chris Sununu, and his eventual appointment as AG in 2021. As the new president of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), Fo...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight, Chuck Slemp welcomes Lacey Mase, the chief deputy attorney general (AG) of Tennessee, to explore the inner workings of an AG's office and the pivotal role of its senior staff in driving legal and policy outcomes. Mase, who previously served for more than nine years in the Texas AG’s office, begins by sharing insights into her journey and responsibilities si...

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight , David B. Dove, leader of our firm's Regulatory and Economic Investment Practice in Georgia, is joined by Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King to discuss his office's recent report analyzing Georgia's civil justice climate. King's office produced a report in November 2024 outlining needed tort reforms to keep Georgia's economy moving forward. King walks...

In the 12th and final episode of our 12 Days of Regulatory Insights podcast series, Cole White, a member of Troutman Pepper's Regulatory Investigation, Strategy, and Enforcement (RISE) practice group, is joined by Stephen Piepgrass, RISE practice group leader, to discuss recent developments in the online gaming industry. Stephen and Cole explore the impact of new technologies such as artificial in...

In the 11th episode of our 12 Days of Regulatory Insights podcast series, Ashley Taylor, co-leader of Troutman Pepper's State Attorneys General team, is joined by Brad Weber, co-chair of Locke Lord's Antitrust practice group, and Tim Bado, a member of Troutman Pepper's Regulatory Investigation, Strategy, and Enforcement (RISE) practice group, to discuss the increasing role of state attorneys gener...

In the 10th episode of our 12 Days of Regulatory Insights podcast series, Stephen Piepgrass, leader of the firm's Regulatory Investigation, Strategy + Enforcement (RISE) practice, is joined by colleague Chuck Slemp to discuss the unique challenges faced by local governments and businesses interacting with them. Chuck, who has extensive experience as a local government attorney and former Commonwea...