by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 18, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors
We recently reflected on legal developments in franchising in 2024, along with anticipated changes to governing agencies and policies in 2025. Recent media coverage about state wage increases and the potential priorities of the incoming presidential administration can...
by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 10, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors
Legislative developments at the state and federal level impacted NY franchisees and franchisors in 2024. And if ideas floated by the next Trump administration materialize, then both franchisees and franchisors will need to strategize with their NY franchise lawyers...
by Julie Lusthaus | Nov 21, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
Area developers, also known as multi-unit operators, will often see the term “cross-default” in their franchise agreements. Though the term might look like standard legalese, cross-default provisions can make or break an area developer’s units and progress. NY...
by Julie Lusthaus | Oct 1, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators
NY franchisees acquiring rights to develop brick and mortar franchises must have commercial leasing on their radar when signing their franchise agreement. How, where and when you lease space for your business can often impact overall profitability. Let’s discuss...
by Julie Lusthaus | Sep 11, 2024 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors, Multi-Unit Operators, Video Blogs
Methods for Business Expansion [0:00] Many business owners think about expanding their business, and there are several ways to do that. These include direct expansion, joint ventures and partnerships, licensing and franchising. Today, we will briefly discuss these...
