Legal Issues
5 Ways Contracts Are an Entrepreneur's Best Friend
Contracts are not a substitute for trust, they are the basis for trust.
How to Read a Franchise Disclosure Document
A Franchise Disclosure Document, with its piles of legalese, can be daunting. Here's how to read between the lines.
'Not What Anybody Signed Up For': A Legal Expert Weighs In on the Labor Rule That Could Destroy Franchising
'Entrepreneur' spoke to labor attorney Jim Paretti to unravel the status of each of the legal challenges to the expanded Joint Employer Rule — and find out what comes next.
Want to Become a Franchisee? Run Through This Checklist First.
From financing to legal review, we'll cover all the basics before you officially become a franchisee.
The IFA Just Released Guidelines to Combat an Industry-Wide Problem. Here's What it Means For Businesses.
The guidelines, part of the responsible franchising initiative, are aimed at strengthening and expanding the franchise industry and franchising model via increased transparency.
After Months of Scrutiny, Roark Capital Finalizes $9.6 Billion Subway Acquisition
The sale, initially announced in August 2023, was delayed by Federal Trade Commission scrutiny.
What the NLRB Appeal of the Expanded Joint Employer Rule Judgment Means for Your Business
With this action by the NLRB, the once-dead expanded rule could be resurrected by a federal appeals court. Here's what to do to protect your business.
President Biden Just Vetoed a Franchise-Saving Resolution — Here's What You Can Do to Protect Your Business
President Biden's veto of the repeal of the expanded Joint Employer Rule leaves many uncertainties for the franchise industry. Here's how to protect your business.
Are Franchises in the Clear After the Expanded Joint Employer Rule Was Struck Down? Industry Experts Answer 2 Critical Questions About What's Next.
Despite franchise industry successes in Congress and federal court, the expanded Joint Employer Rule is not completely dead. The IFA will outline its current status in a webinar on April 23.
Is the Company Tagline You Want to Use Already Someone Else's Trademark? Here's How to Avoid Legal Issues and Infringement.
Emphasizing the importance for small business owners to ensure that their chosen company taglines or trademarks are not already registered, to avoid potential legal issues and infringement on someone else's intellectual property.
The Legal Lowdown of Starting a New Business: A Startup Lawyer Explains
More than 5 million new U.S. businesses were started in the U.S. last year — and startup founders need to be wary of the legal obstacles that could derail their success.
Free Webinar | January 25: What You Need to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act to Avoid Stiff Penalties
Register now for our webinar on January 25th as our experts dive into the critical details of the Corporate Transparency Act and how you can protect your business from fines and legal problems.
Franchise Legalese Defined — A Deep Dive Into Franchising Definitions
Before you can decide if you should franchise, find out exactly what you're getting yourself into.
How AI is Changing Marketing in the Legal Industry
Marketers who work in the legal industry know that the landscape can rapidly change, and to stay ahead, one must innovate to stay relevant.
You Could Lose Your Entire Business in a Personal Injury Claim. Here's How to Protect Yourself
As the prevalence of personal injury lawsuits grows nationally, what does this mean for small business owners? How can you be proactive as a business owner, plan ahead for the potential of accidents, and create a safe work environment? Careful planning and training can go a long way.