New York’s FAIR Act: A Game-Changer for Regulatory Enforcement and Litigation

Regulatory Oversight Podcast

09.30.25

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. With expanded enforcement powers for the state, this legislation could dramatically increase litigation risks for financial services companies operating in New York if the governor signs the bill. Tune in to understand how this legislative shift might affect the industry and what steps businesses can take to prepare.

Transcript: New York's FAIR Act: A Game-Changer for Regulatory Enforcement and Litigation (PDF)

Speakers

Stephen C. Piepgrass Partner Email 804.697.1320
Joseph M. DeFazio Partner Email 212.704.6341
William D. Foley, Jr. Partner Email 212.812.8344
Chris Willis Partner Email 404.885.3157
Michael Yaghi Partner Email 949.622.2735
Related practices and industries
Consumer Financial Services, State Attorneys General