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Why the International Franchise Association Is Suing Seattle
Oral arguments on the preliminary injunction to prevent Seattle's minimum wage hike start today.
McDonald's Makeover Promises to Be Pricey for Franchisees
With a new customizable burger platform and minimum wage on the agenda, McDonald's image revamp may end up costing franchisees.
Wal-Mart to Spend $1 Billion Raising Employee Pay to at Least $9 an Hour
Nearly half a million Wal-Mart workers are about to get a raise.
Lower Employee Turnover and Improve the Bottom Line
Follow this five-pronged strategy to make staff departures exceedingly rare.
Judge Rules Against Joint Employer Responsibility in Minimum Wage Case
A California judge ruled that only Massage Envy franchisees – not the corporate franchisor – are responsible for wage violations, in contrast to recent National Labor Relations Board decisions.
The Legal Issues That Could Change Franchising Forever
Franchising has been in the hot seat in the past year, as a number of legal and political conflicts -- minimum wage, protections for frachisees and the role of franchisors in labor disputes -- have come to a head.
Franchise Industry Not Without Hurdles in 2015
The International Franchise Association predicts a solid 2015 for franchised businesses, though regulatory battles loom.
U.S. Wage Hikes to Impact a Third of Walmart Stores
The world's largest retailer will adjust salaries in more than 1,400 locations due to minimum-wage hikes across the U.S.
Chipotle Employees Claim the Chain Isn't as Worker-Friendly as You Think
Employees at the burrito chain are suing for wage theft in two states.
NYC Papa John's Pizza Franchisee Sued for $2 Million
This is what happens when you allegedly underpay 400 delivery workers and shave hours from their paychecks.
Why August Was a Terrible Month for McDonald's
McDonald's reported a 3.7 percent drop in global sales in August on Tuesday.
What Happens When a Mall Is Split Between Two Minimum Wages?
Westfield Valley Fair Mall in California is divided between two minimum wages, each with its own set of problems.
Hire the Right Employees to Staff Your Salon and Spa
To be able to provide all the right services for your hair salon and day spa, here's who you'll need to bring on board to help.
Fast-Food Workers to Strike in 150 Cities Across the U.S.
Fast-food workers are planning a strike this week that could be the largest yet as the responsibilities of franchisors and franchisees continue to be battled in court.
Franchise Players: From Making Minimum Wage to Running the Show
When she was 16, Dulce Luevano was making $5.15 working at CiCi's Pizza. Now, she owns her own shop.