In a recent legal event, a federal court in Michigan has ruled in favor of Little Caesar Pizza Enterprises, Inc. in its motion for summary judgment. The goal of the motion was to enforce the termination of franchise agreements between Little Caesar and franchisee S&S Pizza Enterprises, Inc. This case is officially known as Little…
The Australian Government has recently announced the commissioning of another comprehensive review of the Franchising Code of Conduct (commonly referred to as The Code). This review is slated to be overseen by Dr. Michael Schaper. For those unfamiliar with Dr. Michael Schaper, he brings with him a vast wealth of experience and knowledge, having served…
In a significant legal development, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit recently reinstated allegations against McDonald’s. The core of these accusations focuses on the assertion that the no-poach provisions in McDonald’s franchise agreements have violated the antitrust laws. The Seventh Circuit conveyed in their opinion that these provisions might be categorically (per…
In a decisive move, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit overturned the dismissal of antitrust claims related to no-poach clauses in franchise agreements. The court’s ruling came in the case of Deslandes v. McDonald’s USA LLC on August 25, 2023. As reported by JD Supra, no-poach clauses, often found in franchise agreements,…
In an intriguing development in the world of franchising, a Virginia district court recently ruled in favor of a franchisor, dismissing a lawsuit filed by 360 Painting. Known for its vast portfolio in residential and commercial painting services, the operation’s legal challenge was based on allegations of breach of contract and a call for equitable…
The melodies of Rick Ross have often intertwined with lavish descriptors of life, carving an upmarket rap niche that leaves even the likes of Robin Leach intrigued. Behind the smooth flow and luxury imagery is a web of legal narratives, stories, and lessons that have emerged from Ross’s journey as a rapper and entrepreneur. These…
Legal professionals working at top law firms and world-renowned corporations would be interested in examining a recent resource provided by Lathrop GPM on the topic of franchising as exemplified by Ben & Jerry’s – a veritable case study in this area. This discussion is part of Lathrop GPM’s Increasing Diversity initiative in Franchising and provides…
The landscape of foreign trademark infringement has experienced a significant shake following the U.S. Supreme Court’s end-of-term decision in Abitron v. Hetronic. It has presented new challenges for brand owners and courts who are struggling to understand the implications of the ruling and how it affects the application of the federal Lanham Act in global…