What is “The Franchise Rule” and what should I know about franchising?
In short, it is: 16 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Parts 436 and 437 More specifically, the Franchise Rule gives prospective purchasers of franchises the material information they need in order to weigh the risks and benefits of such an investment. The Rule, primarily enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) at the federal level, […]
Year-End Planning is a MUST….it’s also good to include your general counsel.
The year-end is coming up and planning for 2018 should be underway at most companies. If you haven’t started yet, or if you have, I think one quick story might be instructive about why it’s a good idea to include your general counsel in the process.
