by Julie Lusthaus | Apr 14, 2020 | For Franchisors
As discussed in a previous post, there are several types of franchise models including Single Unit, Multi-Unit Development (or Area Development), Conversion, and Master Franchise. Each has its advantages and disadvantages based on the franchisor’s expansion goals...
by Julie Lusthaus | Mar 30, 2020 | For Franchisors
As the coronavirus spreads across the U.S., the federal and many state governments are providing relief to businesses by extending the deadlines on various filings. Among the areas receiving attention are state registration and filing deadlines for franchisors....
by Julie Lusthaus | Mar 11, 2020 | For Franchisors
A new wave of litigation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is hitting business owners. For the last few years, businesses have faced lawsuits regarding the accessibility of their website to the visually impaired. Now, gift cards are have become a target...
by Julie Lusthaus | Feb 10, 2020 | Blog, For Franchisors
With 74 million baby boomers close to retiring or retired, it is not surprising that home health care is booming. This aging population is looking for alternatives to assisted living or nursing homes and the use of home health aides enable older adults to remain in...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jan 27, 2020 | Blog, For Franchisors
A revised rule addressing joint employer status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) announced January 12, 2020 may offer some relief to franchisors. Under the FLSA, employers must comply with federal minimum wage and overtime laws. An employer is defined as “any...
