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Senate Confirms Sonderling as Secretary of Labor: Franchise Joint Employer Rule Holds
02/10/2026The US Senate confirmed Keith Sonderling as the 31st Secretary of Labor on September 30, 2026, in a 47-41 vote, ending a six-month period in which he had served in an acting capacity after his predecessor resigned in April. The…
Trump Administration Backs American Franchise Act as 2026 Priority
24/09/2026The Trump administration has declared the American Franchise Act a legislative priority for 2026, with a senior White House official calling publicly for passage before year-end at the annual IFA Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. The bill would establish a…
Pizza Hut Franchisee Sues for $100 Million, Blaming Mandatory AI for Delivery Collapse at 111 Locations
28/05/2026A major Pizza Hut franchisee is seeking $100 million in damages from the chain and its parent company Yum! Brands, alleging that a mandatory AI delivery system triggered "cascading operational breakdowns" across more than 110 locations in the Northeast. The…
Franchise Lawyer: Role, Timing and Fees of a Franchise Attorney
07/04/2026Under the FTC Franchise Rule, a franchisor must give prospective franchisees a disclosure document containing 23 specific items before any contract is signed or money is paid. That document, and the franchise agreement behind it, is where a franchise lawyer,…
What Is a Franchise Agreement? Everything You Need To Know
20/02/2026When you want to open a business with a proven strategy already in place, a franchise is the way to go. But first: you need a franchise agreement—a standard legal document that governs the business relationship between the business that…
How to Create a Business Plan: Steps, Structure, and Best Practices
20/02/2026You have this fantastic idea that connects a personal passion with a means of making a living. All it takes is a solid business plan to turn that inspiring idea into your new way of life. What a Business Plan…
