FRANCHISE LAW WITH ZING
By: Ben Reed, Partner at Plave Koch PLC On April 13, 2026, Governor Abigail Spanberger signed into law amendments to the Virgina Retail Franchising Act. In substance, the law makes two significant additions to the existing Act: It amends Section 553 of the Act by...
By: Amanda Bannourah Four months ago, the U.S. Department of the Treasury ceased production of pennies due to rising production costs. While the disappearance of pennies may seem insignificant to many, it carries substantial implications for businesses, particularly...
Golden arches and a black swoosh are two examples that likely evoke the image of their corresponding business. The branding used to gain recognition for McDonald’s and Nike are well-known and global. The marketing team behind these decisions has done their job and...
For franchisors, the journey of selling franchises is a remarkable one. You've already established a solid business model, and now it's time to explore the next step: franchise development. The growth and expansion of your franchise network are critical for reaching...
