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If you are entering into a commercial lease in Pennsylvania, you most likely encounter a clause in the commercial lease (in bold and all caps) called “Confession of Judgment”.  There are...

In a previous blog, we discussed the recent California legislation (AB-5) and the consequences it could have on franchises in The Golden State. Late last year, the International Franchise Association...

While all franchises are businesses, hiring a general business lawyer to handle franchisee issues can be a costly mistake. A knowledgeable franchise lawyer will have extensive experience with state...

Realizing the American dream means different things to different people. For many, the ultimate career goal is to be your own boss and create a successful business. In most cases, these endeavors take...

When franchisees are successful, much, if not most, of their success can be attributed to their willingness and ability to work in lockstep with franchisors. Investing in a franchise opportunity...

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, one out of every five businesses fail within the first year. Nearly 50% go out of business within five years. However, the rate is significantly lower...

Legislation that impacts franchises can be an ever-changing landscape. Just as franchising continues to adapt to new markets and ideas, legislation changes in ways that frequently alters how...

Opening a franchise is a dream come true for many aspiring entrepreneurs, especially if your hard work – up until now – has mostly helped pad someone else’s bank account. But the potential...

The last year has been challenging for all types of business owners. Although franchisees have support from a larger organization, it can be troubling when there are no customers coming in the door....

Employees can be an essential part of operating your franchise. Along with managing employees comes dealing with issues governed under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Recently, the...