by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 23, 2025 | Blog
As you set goals for 2026, one task deserves early attention: checking your renewal dates. Franchisees do not have automatic or indefinite rights to operate under a brand. Renewal windows can open and close quickly, and missing one can have significant consequences...
by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 15, 2025 | Blog
Legislative developments in federal and state governments impacted NY franchisors and franchisees in 2025. These changes can help or hinder franchises system-wide and at the unit level, with one guideline change approaching a deadline of Dec. 31, 2025. That is why...
by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 10, 2025 | Blog
One of the highlights of my career as a New York franchise lawyer has been my involvement with the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Forum on Franchising—especially serving on its Governing Committee and co-editing the book Franchise Relationship Laws: A Practical...
by Julie Lusthaus | Nov 17, 2025 | Blog
During the ABA Forum on Franchising in Florida, I attended a session on managing regulatory mistakes. While reflecting on the session, I briefly commented on regulatory misstep that is not unusual—creating an “accidental” or “inadvertent franchise.” This inspired...
by Julie Lusthaus | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog
From October 15-17, I had the pleasure of attending the American Bar Association’s (ABA) 48th Annual Forum on Franchising in Florida. Similar to the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference this spring, the panel discussions and hallway conversations were invaluable for...
