Category Archives: Franchise

Be Sure to Conduct Due Diligence Before Buying a Franchise

Posted on October 24, 2024 by mboxerman

So, you’re thinking about buying a franchise? Franchising can be a fantastic way to dive into business ownership, providing the security of an established brand and proven business model. Before you take the plunge, however, it’s crucial to do your … Continue reading →

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FTC Requests Public Comment for Potential Updates to Franchise Rule

Posted on April 28, 2023 by mboxerman

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently requested public comment on how franchisors exert control over their franchisees and their franchisee’s workers. The FTC’s aims to gather information on this issue and to potentially update the its Franchise Rule. In … Continue reading →

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NY Times Article Highlights Tension Between Franchisors and Franchisees

Posted on April 21, 2023 by mboxerman

The New York Times recently released an article highlighting rising tensions between franchisors and franchisees. According to the article, the Government Accountability Office released a report that support’s franchisee’s claims that they are being pushed out of profits generated by … Continue reading →

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Employee Retention Tax Credit May Provide Significant Pandemic-Related Tax Credits

Posted on April 8, 2021 by mboxerman

PPP Loans are not the only relief the federal government is offering to businesses adversely affected by the pandemic. Under the CARES Act and Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, employers may qualify for Employee Retention Credits (“ERC”) of … Continue reading →

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COVID-19 Guidance for Retail Businesses Entering Phase III

Posted on June 4, 2020 by mboxerman

On June 3, 2020, Chicago joined the rest of Illinois by moving to Phase III of the State’s plan to reopen the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under this recovery phase, certain industries are allowed to reopen or expand their … Continue reading →

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GUIDING YOUR RESTAURANT OR HOSPITALITY BUSINESS THROUGH COVID-19

Posted on March 17, 2020 by mboxerman

As communities across the United States grapple with the spread of COVID-19, the attorneys at Marcus & Boxerman remain dedicated to serving one of the industries most impacted by this pandemic—the restaurant and hospitality industry. We continue to advise our … Continue reading →

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