by Julie Lusthaus | Jun 14, 2023 | Featured Publications
Julie Lusthaus recently had an article published in Practical Guidance about the franchise disclosure document receipt. One of the benefits to buying a franchise is that there are other franchisees in the system, as well as other franchisees who have recently left the...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jun 7, 2023 | Featured Publications
Julie Lusthaus recently had an article published in Practical Guidance about the franchise disclosure document receipt. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Franchise Rule (“FTC Rule”) and state franchise sales laws require franchisors to provide prospective...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jun 6, 2023 | Blog, For Franchisors
In a recent Insights installment, we addressed business opportunity laws against the backdrop of franchise sales and relationship rules. Lusthaus Law’s readers and clients asked to know more about the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Business Opportunity Rule and how...
by Julie Lusthaus | May 22, 2023 | Blog, For Franchisors
The goal of many franchisors is to expand their brand beyond their local jurisdiction and perhaps even nationwide. This broader presence can lead to mainstream recognition and the chance for lucrative business opportunities. But selling franchises that will be...
by Julie Lusthaus | May 16, 2023 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been focusing recently on the relationship between franchisors and franchisees. This has created a unique opportunity for franchise stakeholders to use their voices to influence policy. In addition to seeking comments about the...