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EEOC Sues Maryland Chevrolet Dealer for Refusing to Accommodate Disabled Veteran Parts Department Worker

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit filed May 21 that Criswell Chevrolet, Inc., one of Maryland’s largest independent car dealership groups, violated federal law by refusing to allow a parts department worker to have a service dog at work as a reasonable accommodation for his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: EEOC, Lawsuits, Maryland

Maryland Governor Pauses Enforcement of Zero-Emissions Vehicle Rules Amid Industry Pushback

April 11, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has an issued Executive Order delaying near-term enforcement of the state’s environmental regulations modeled on Calfornia’s Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) and Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rules. The move comes amid mounting pressure from vehicle manufacturers and infrastructure concerns as the state timeline to implement those emissions rules. The ACC […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alliance for Automotive Innovation, Electric Vehicles, Emissions, Maryland, Regulations

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Marks 250th Location Milestone with Maryland Acquisition

January 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Also announces two greenfield locations in Georgia. Joe Hudson’s Collision Center (JHCC) announced the acquisition of its 250th location. The consolidator acquired Cliff’s Hi-Tech Body Shop in Essex, Md, in December. Alongside this landmark acquisition, JHCC is also expanding its footprint with the opening of two new greenfield locations in Georgia. Brant Wilson, CEO of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, Maryland, Openings

Marie Grant Named Acting Commissioner of Maryland Insurance Administration

October 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Maryland Insurance Administration welcomed new Acting Commissioner Marie Grant, who joined the Administration on October 1. Appointed by Governor Wes Moore, Grant will assume the permanent Commissioner role in 2025 pending confirmation by the Senate Executive Nominations Committee during the upcoming legislative session. Grant comes to the Insurance Administration from the Maryland Department of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Commissioner, Maryland, Maryland Insurance Administration, People

Six State Attorneys General Reach Settlement with Oil Change Franchisor Over Use of Non-Compete Agreements

August 1, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and a coalition of six attorneys general from Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania announced an agreement to end the use of non-compete agreements, that they alleged were unfair labor practices under state law, for hourly employees at oil change and auto services company Valvoline LLC, Valvoline Instant […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Colorado, Illinois, Lawsuits, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Noncompete Clauses, Pennsylvania

Marie Grant Appointed Maryland Insurance Administration Commissioner

July 30, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Marie Grant as Maryland Insurance Administration Commissioner. Grant will succeed interim commissioner Joy Hatchette as acting commissioner on October 1, pending confirmation by the Senate Executive Nominations Committee during the 2025 legislative session. “Marie has been an outstanding leader during her time at the Department of Health […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Commissioner, Maryland, Maryland Insurance Administration, People

Classic Collision Acquires First Repair Facility in Maryland

July 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Two Guys Collision Center in California, Md. Two Guys Collision Center has provided high-quality collision repairs and superb customer service in St. Mary’s County for several years. “We have been committed to providing every client the best collision repair experience. We feel that Classic Collision was the right […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Maryland

CSN Collision Adds Repair Facility to Network in Maryland

July 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

CSN Collision announced that Purnell Body Shop, located in Elkton, Md., has joined its network. Established in 1954 by George Purnell, the shop was originally a three-man operation that has since expanded. The current owner, David Coleman, joined Purnell Body Shop in 1984, purchasing it in 1994, and has led it to its present success. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CSN Collision, Maryland, Network Affiliations

Joy Hatchette Appointed Maryland Insurance Administration Interim Commissioner

June 26, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Joy Y. Hatchette as Maryland Insurance Administration Interim Commissioner. The current commissioner, Kathleen Birrane, previously announced plans to retire at the end of June. A search is underway for a long-term successor. Hatchette currently serves as associate commissioner for the Consumer Education and Advocacy Unit at the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Commissioner, Maryland, People

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Acquires Repair Facilities in Maryland and Arkansas

June 13, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced the acquisition of three new repair facilities. The newly acquired locations include Roy’s Body Shop and Garage in Eldersburg, Md. and two Stadium Auto Body locations in Jonesboro, Ark. “We’re excited to announce the opening of our fifth location in Maryland through the acquisition of Roy’s Auto Body and Garage. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Arkansas, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, Maryland

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