Posts by Tom Pitegoff
The Contours of a Franchisor’s Vicarious Liability
In a ruling that reflects a clear understanding of the distinction between the roles of the franchisor and franchisee, the…
Read MoreFederal Labor Officials Step Into the Lion’s Den
Two top federal labor officials engaged in a spirited dialog with two franchise lawyer moderators at the American Bar Association’s…
Read MoreFranchisors Vulnerable to Unfair Labor Practice Allegations
As expected, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently broadened the definition of joint employer. In a 3-2 decision, the…
Read MoreReflections on the Origins of the NY Franchise Act
I recently had occasion to review the legislative history of the New York Franchise Sales Act (NYFSA)–click here to see…
Read MoreWhat’s an Exclusive Territory?
The extent of a franchisee’s territorial rights is the subject of Item 12 of the franchise disclosure document (FDD). One…
Read MoreWhy Locate Your Business in New York?
New York is a great place to live and do business. The state is running an active marketing campaign to…
Read MoreFranchising for the Greater Good
Nonprofit organizations and franchised businesses operate in separate worlds. But sometimes those worlds meet in a way that can be…
Read MoreHow to Bring a Franchise Brand to the US
What’s the best way for a successful franchisor outside the U.S. to launch its brand within the U.S.? Here is…
Read MoreSome Multi-Unit Franchisees are Public Companies
While most of the private equity and public offering activity of franchise companies focuses on franchise brands and systems, every…
Read MoreFranchisor IPOs Were Strong in 2014
While private equity activity continued in strength in 2014, franchisors also launched initial public offerings (IPOs) in the last year. Recent IPOs…
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