FRANCHISE LAW WITH ZING
By: Regina Amolsch, Partner at Plave Koch PLC Franchisors that have franchisees doing business in New York State should be aware of an annual filing requirement that is easy to overlook: the Information Returns for Franchisors. If you have at least one franchisee...
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: Nathan Baney, Partner at Plave Koch PLC Franchisee bankruptcies are up sharply in 2026, and most franchisors lose leverage in those cases long before the petition is ever filed. The decisions that determine whether a franchisor can protect the brand, recover what...
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...
