by Julie Lusthaus | Jul 11, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
Lusthaus Law likes to provide perspective on the rules and laws impacting franchising on state, federal or industry levels. Critical developments arise, as do new ideas intended to strengthen and govern franchising. Let’s discuss a few updates that might affect your...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jun 26, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
The brand and the reputation of a franchise is rooted in quality. Customers expect the same level of service and quality in each franchise location they visit. Those who do not feel they have received value for their dollar will go to the competition and maybe even...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jun 3, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors
Rebranding is a hot topic in franchising. Just look at the world’s most recognizable donut franchise system, whose locations continue to shorten its two-word name to just one: Dunkin’. This rebrand was actually announced in 2018 and began in 2019. But systemwide...
by Julie Lusthaus | May 2, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
Non-compete agreements have been on the minds of franchisors, franchisees, federal regulators and New York franchise lawyers. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule banning non-competes that will likely impact franchising and the private sector. Let’s...
by Julie Lusthaus | Apr 25, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
There are countless opinions about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it will influence our lives and businesses. Franchising is already being impacted – from automating mundane administrative tasks to trendy content creation on social media. Though there are...