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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s new “click to cancel” rule will make it easier for consumers to cancel paid subscriptions like gym memberships, creating challenges for fitness businesses, although the industry’s big
A lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California alleges that LA Fitness has violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for inoperable pool lifts and broken elevators, preventing access to members with disabilities.
The International Franchise Association endorsed nine bipartisan candidates ahead of the November election, applauding their leadership on pro-business policies supporting America's locally owned franchise small businesses.
Artificial intelligence (AI) took center stage at this year’s Franchise Customer Experience Conference (FCXC) in Atlanta.
This month’s roundup of employer-related news and trends includes AI forcing companies to make difficult hiring decisions.
Franchise Update Media has been researching franchise lead generation and franchisee recruitment processes for more than a decade.
California signs Senate Bill 919 into law, adding registration requirements for third-party franchise sellers.
The 2024 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference (FLDC) returns in two weeks and will be held at the InterContinental Buckhead in Atlanta from Wednesday, October 16 through Friday morning, October 18.
In today’s fast-paced business environment, franchisees are discovering that a collaborative, less hierarchical approach with franchisors leads to much better results.
The TIPS Act aims to eliminate the subminimum wage and tax on tips for tipped workers in the U.S., introduced to the House of Representatives by Rep. Steven Horsford.
Franchisors support franchisees in real estate and site selection process
The International Franchise Association has released its third Annual Franchisee Survey, showing increasing economic uncertainty in the franchised business sector.
Understanding and following franchise law is essential for the long-term success of any franchise business, including compliance with the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
Franchise Update Media recently released its Annual Franchise Marketing Leadership Report.
Franchisees face inflation, slowing demand, and labor challenges, with 87% reporting moderate to substantial impacts on their businesses.
Several weeks ago the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it had voted unanimously to ban marketers from using fake reviews and other misleading practices to promote their products and services.
In franchise recruitment, we all want to move swiftly toward our signing and revenue goals.
Welcome to our monthly roundup of employer-related news and trends.
California Senate Bill 919 enhances franchise transparency by requiring third-party sellers to register and provide disclosure to prospective franchisees.
The Franchise Leadership & Development Conference is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.
The International Franchise Association applauds the U.S. District Court's decision to vacate the FTC's noncompete ban.
Franchising has become an increasingly popular business model, offering entrepreneurs the opportunity to leverage a proven business concept and established brand to drive success.
Beata Krakus is a distinguished attorney in franchise law, recognized for her expertise in guiding clients through franchise compliance and transactions both in the U.S.
Franchisors can protect their brand identity by establishing and protecting their intellectual property, particularly their trademark.