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• Trademark Value and Goodwill
  When you register a trademark, you are protecting the goodwill that is associated with that mark, as well as the trademark value. A New York business lawyer can help you protect the trademark value.
  Published 29Nov2010, viewed 478 times

• How to Franchise Your Business
  Franchising is a way for you to grow your business at a high-paced rate of expansion. When starting to franchise in New York, the first step you need to take is to hire a franchise consultant.
  Published 29Nov2010, viewed 221 times

• FTC Franchise Rule & FTC Compliance
  When selling a franchise in New York, it is important to be aware of the FTC franchise rule. This is one of the most important rules you will need to know before starting to franchise in New York.
  Published 26Nov2010, viewed 209 times

• Figuring Out the Terms of Your Franchise
  The franchise disclosure document will contain the terms and obligations of your New York franchise. Your New York franchise lawyer can help you understand these franchise terms.
  Published 19Nov2010, viewed 163 times

• Overview of Franchise Royalty Fees
  When you own a franchise, part of your obligations to the franchisor may be to pay a franchise royalty. These fees will be used to maintain the business, and keep your franchise running smoothly.
  Published 05Nov2010, viewed 181 times

• Overview of Franchise Agreement
  When dealing with franchise businesses, a contractual agreement legally binds the franchisor and the franchisee. This contractual agreement is universally known as the franchise agreement, and can sometimes be negotiated.
  Published 20Oct2010, viewed 378 times

• The Difference Between a Franchisee and Licensee
  If you're investing in a business opportunity, it is important to know the differences between specific agreements. In this case, we will explore the differences between a franchisee and licensee.
  Published 16Oct2010, viewed 428 times

• The Role of a Franchisor
  A franchisor is a company that sells the rights to operate a unit of their business. In a franchisor/franchisee relationship, a franchisor will provide things such as financial assistance, assistance with training and operations, advertising and support. Contact a business lawyer for help in starting your franchise.
  Published 20Aug2010, viewed 637 times

• Franchisor Vicarious Liability
  As a franchisor, you have a certain degree of liability in regards to your business' franchisees. However, you may reduce your own liability within the terms of the franchise agreement.
  Published 02Sep2010, viewed 631 times

• Franchisor Responsibilities
  There are certain responsibilities you'll have to meet as a business franchisor. These include supplying marketing materials, managing your brand, and offering help to your business franchisees.
  Published 02Sep2010, viewed 1091 times

• Difference Between a Trademark and a Service Mark
  It's important to understand the difference between a trademark and a service mark. One serves to identify goods and the other services to identify services.
  Published 26Aug2010, viewed 266 times

• Franchise Responsibilities: Franchisor's vs. Franchisee's
  Owning or being a part of a franchise can be complicated. If you mean to enter into a franchise you will need to know the specific roles of franchisors and franchisees.
  Published 21Aug2010, viewed 2920 times

• Understanding Service Marks
  There is a range of identifying business "marks" that you must take into consideration as you pursue a new business venture. Understanding the differences between the marks will allow you to take the proper steps to market your enterprise accordingly.
  Published 14Aug2010, viewed 218 times

• An Overview Of Trademarks
  A trademark is a motto, logo, color, sound, or any other device used to identify your business and its products. Once a trademark is registered with the USPTO, no other business may use similar marks that may infringe upon your rights.
  Published 11Jul2010, viewed 212 times

• Trademarks On The Internet
  An Internet search may show that someone has infringed upon your trademark. Or someone may have registered an Internet domain that resembles your company's name. If your search for trademarks on the Internet has shown a violation of your rights, you can protect yourself with the professional help of a New York trademark attorney.
  Published 11Jul2010, viewed 199 times

• Franchisors: Steps to Take to Reduce Your Legal Fees and "Litigation Risk"
  Franchise systems have two constant and critical management tasks which are monitoring legal fees and mitigation of "litigation risk". Franchisors should consider the value of the planning process of having an on-going day-to-day working relationship with their legal counsel in order to avoid the costs associated with avoidable litigation. Over time this will serve to reduce the franchisors overall long-term legal fees.
  Published 08May2010, viewed 176 times

• Buying a Franchise: You Can Negotiate the Terms of Your Franchise Agreement
  Franchise agreements are negotiable. If you are considering the purchase of a franchise there are numerous rights and advantages that you may obtain by having your franchise agreement reviewed by a franchise lawyer and negotiating "targeted" modifications that will supplement your rights as a franchisee.
  Published 25Nov2009, viewed 374 times

• Environmental "Due Diligence" for the Purchaser of a Gas Station or Car Wash
  Business and franchise lawyer Charles Internicola discusses the critical importance of adding an "environmental contingency clause" to your purchase agreement and obtaining an environmental site assessment when buying a gas station or car wash.
  Published 04Jun2009, viewed 877 times

• When Buying a Franchise, Do you Need to Hire a Lawyer?
  If you are considering the purchase of a franchise, the legal advice and representation of a franchise attorney is critical. However, before you reach the stage of hiring an attorney, there are many steps that a potential franchisee must take. This article by Charles Internicola, Esq. examines what all potential franchisees should be considering and evaluating.
  Published 25Mar2009, viewed 296 times

• From the "Corporate Frying Pan" into the "Franchise Fire"?
  Before taking what may be a leap of faith from the life of a corporate employee to a franchisee, caution and due diligence is required. This article addresses some of the initial factors that a prospective franchisee should be considering.
  Published 03Mar2009, viewed 266 times

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