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Lawsuits are, unfortunately, part of the business world today. Whether you've been involved in one yourself or someone sued, it's important to know that you have options and are not alone. As you work to resolve your lawsuit, consider hiring a lawyer to help you...

The purpose of the franchise disclosure document (FDD) is to provide prospective franchisees with basic areas of information which are generally important to making an investment decision. The FTC Franchise Rule requires that the FDD be periodically updated to...

It’s not just the big boys who make tempting targets for cybercriminals. News reports show a rising trend of cybertheft which is not confined to large corporations. Rather, it appears, smaller businesses are attractive targets of business identity theft because they...

You should consider the following issues before committing to any purchase: Are you willing to work within the limits and operating structure of the franchise system? Is the product or service to be offered something which you enjoy dealing with? Have you evaluated...

Business transactions are best documented through the use of written agreements. However, the impression is often given that the offered agreement is a standard document, and no variations can occur. Many times this is the case. However, one cannot know if that is the...

Business data used to be recorded upon paper and filed in manila folders within a cabinet. Not anymore! Most businesses have taken advantage of the computer age to go “paperless”. Without realizing it, many businesses have electronic data stored throughout their...

Prospective franchisees have often been incorrectly told that federal law prohibits a franchisor from disclosing financial performance information to the prospect prior to his or her becoming a member of the franchise system. The revised Federal Trade Commission...

One should fully read the franchise disclosure document to identify relative risks in the total transaction. Put in other words, what are the promises which are being made in return for your agreement to pay the initial and ongoing franchise fees, and what are the...

Franchised businesses and other business opportunities have become a major portion of the retail business environment in America. Contact us to ask for one of our free checklists of things to consider before purchasing a franchise or business opportunity, and things...

Businesses, such as retailers or service providers, often wish to use another company’s protected name, trade dress or logo in association with the marketing of their own business. The marketer believes this is proper since it sells, repairs or offers services...