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NASAA Model Broker Act - Comments Due Tomorrow! Boulevard of Broker Dreams pt. 2 Two months ago, we provided an overview of the California’s proposed, IFA-supported Senate Bill No. 919 (prior article) through the lens of not just California franchi

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Non-Compete Retreat While the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is best known by the franchising community as the primary federal agency that regulates the industry, the FTC caught the attention of franchisors, franchisees,

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Boulevard of Broker Dreams California’s proposed Senate Bill No. 919 (“Bill 919”) is indicative of a growing trend in the franchising industry to increase the regulation of franchise brokers California’s proposed Senate Bill No

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As you may know, each year, Entrepreneur Magazine surveys its Entrepreneur Franchise 500 database in order to create a ranking of professionals, including lawyers. We were honored to win the #1 ranking for 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023, which could not have been achieved without your advocacy. We're going for gold again - if you’ve had a favorable experience with our firm, please take a moment to complete the survey for 2024 here: https://info.entrepreneur.com/franchise-suppliers-survey and help us prevail in a weight class multiple of our size. Upon completion, one participating company will win a $5,000 advertising package with Entrepreneur!

We’ve been honored and humbled to serve our clients through times of turbulence, and are thankful, as always, for your continued support.


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Exploring the Delicate Dance of Franchise Fees! 📜💰 Our latest article, 'To Fee or Not To Fee,' dives into the intricate franchisor-franchisee relationship and the documents that define it. From the Franchise Agreement to the Operations Manual, learn about the evolving battleground over fee structures and state regulatory pushbacks. How can franchisors adapt without imposing unexpected costs on franchisees? And what does this mean for the future of franchise operations? We break down the legalities, the tensions, and the potential for innovation in the franchise world. Stay ahead of the curve and join the conversation on maintaining a balanced, fair, and forward-looking franchise system.

To Fee or Not to Fee The franchisor franchisee relationship relies on mutual belief in the vision of the franchise system, the power of its The franchisor-franchisee relationship relies on mutual belief in the vision of t

New NLRB Joint Employer Standard: Implications for Franchising

On October 27, the NLRB introduced a significant amendment to the joint employer standard, which has pivotal implications for franchise operations.

Revising the more narrow 2020 rule, the 2023 standard potentially expands joint employer status in collective bargaining contexts, particularly affecting franchise systems.

The crux of this update lies in defining entities as joint employers if they possess the authority to control “essential terms and conditions of employment,” including wages, work schedules, and safety protocols, among others. Notably, the rule now encompasses both direct and indirect control—or even reserved authority—over these conditions, diverging from the previous requirement for “substantial direct and immediate control.”

This change could inadvertently encumber franchisors with new liabilities, particularly in maintaining brand consistency and compliance with regulations, without crossing the threshold into joint employer territory. As franchise agreements necessitate certain controls for brand integrity and operational standards, the rule’s broad language presents a dichotomy: franchisors must navigate between ensuring brand uniformity and averting joint employer status.

Industry advocates, such as the IFA, have voiced concerns, emphasizing the rule’s discord with established FTC franchising regulations and its potential to stifle franchisee autonomy.

It's paramount that franchise systems examine their current agreements and operational directives to align with the NLRB's new standard. The business community and Congress must scrutinize this rule to safeguard the franchise model’s equilibrium between brand cohesion and franchisee independence.

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Joint Employer Update NLRBeef With Franchising Joint Employer Update - NLRBeef with Franchising On October 27, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) published a rule establishing a new standard for determining wh

We are delighted to congratulate Daniel Nussbaum for passing the PA bar exam and to welcome him as our newest associate attorney. Welcome to the

Congratulations to our 2022 Franchise Times Magazine Legal Eagles, William Graefe, Esq., CFE, Joseph A. Brooks, Esq. and Lane Fisher, who is receiving the recognition for the 19th year and is a member of the Legal Eagle Hall of Fame. Congratulations to all Legal Eagles who, "live and breathe franchising and truly understand the nuances of the unique business model."

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As you may know, each year, Entrepreneur surveys its Entrepreneur Franchise 500 database in order to create a ranking of professionals, including lawyers. For the past three years, we were honored to win the #1 ranking, which could not have been achieved without your advocacy. We're going for gold again - if you’ve had a favorable experience with our firm, please take a moment to complete the survey for 2022 here, https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/franchise-survey and help us prevail in a weight class multiples of our size. Upon completion, you’ll also be entered into a raffle to win $5,000 in advertising with Entrepreneur.


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We are beyond grateful for your trust and loyalty during these trying times. We are honored to announce we have been designated the #1 Franchise Law Firm by Entrepreneur Media for a third year running. Thank you for taking the time to respond and recognize our firm. This ranking is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of our attorneys in representing more than 250 franchise brands.

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Thank you Best Lawyers for including Lane Fisher and Jeffrey Zucker in the recent publication of Philadelphia's Best Franchise Lawyers. Lane was also recognized as Best Lawyer's 2021 Lawyer of the Year.

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Best Pennsylvania Franchise Lawyers View the top attorneys in Best Lawyers in Pennsylvania for Franchise Law and get an overview of lawyer recognitions, attorney biographies, firm details, practice area specialties, and locations.

Catch our very own Lane Fisher on the Home Services Webinar Series next Thursday, August 5 at 1PM ET.

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Thank you, 1851 Franchise for including Lane Fisher in the important conversation below!

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How To Build a Franchise Disclosure Document First-time franchisors need to enlist the help of qualified professionals to ensure the FDD is transparent, informative and appealing to prospective franchise owners.

To our clients and in the gym space, please take a moment to show your support for the GYMS Act with your local elected officials by clicking below.

Franchisors in the fitness space should all be members of the Community Gyms Coalition and where possible, leverage their respective networks, connections to elected officials and financial resources to make sure gym and fitness businesses are included in the next relief act.

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Urge Congress to Pass the GYMS Act I just took action to pass the GYMS Act and to make sure community gyms get through the COVID-19 pandemic. You can too:

Fisher Zucker LLC, a Center City business law firm specializing in franchise and trademark law, seeks an intelligent, mature and responsible mid-level associate. The ideal candidate will: (1) be able to draft a contract and litigate issues regarding a contract; (2) have excellent oral and written communication skills; (3) have substantial transactional experience; and (4) have excellent research skills. We offer an excellent work environment but demand excellence. We will pay for your medical, dental, prescription drug, vision, life and disability insurance and we will contribute to your account in our 401(k)/profit sharing plan. The salary is commensurate with your experience. Please email your resume and salary requirements. We are only looking for candidates with business transaction and litigation backgrounds.

*Job Type: Full-time
*At this time we are 100% remote. We will consider experienced remote applicants who are licensed in their state of residency.

We're proud to announce that Lane Fisher, Jeffrey Zucker and Joseph Dunn were included in the 2020 Who’s Who Legal Franchise listing.

Thank you Philadelphia Business Journal for including Fisher Zucker in the list of Philadelphia area law firms ranked by the number of local attorneys!

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FDDetour 2: A Second Installment in our 2021 FDD Update and Registration Collaboration!

Thursday, January 28 at 3PM EST

Open to Franchisors & Franchisees
Limited space available -- register here:
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