September 18, 2012

BoQ Franchisee Court Case Serves As Due Diligence Reminder

StartupSmart: Franchisees and franchisors have been urged to do as much as “humanly possible” to scope each other out before entering into an agreement, as a court battle kicks off involving 10 former Bank of Queensland franchisees. In what will be a nationally-watched case, 10 former Bank of Queensland owner-managers are seeking damages because of

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Ohio Franchisee Who Runs Pa. Panera Stores Agrees To Settle Black Worker’s Discrimination Suit

Washington Post: An Ohio franchisee who runs several western Pennsylvania Panera Bread stores has agreed to pay more than $76,000 to settle discrimination claims by current and former black employees. Chief U.S. District Judge Gary Lancaster on Monday told attorneys for Guy Vines, the black worker, and the company he sued in January, Warren, Ohio-based

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Niche Classifieds For Sneakerheads

Springwise: Dozens of online and print sources are devoted to the subculture of special sneakers. Equal parts community and classifieds site, SneakerListing is a new destination for enthusiasts to buy and sell limited edition footwear. Anyone can sign up for the free service by providing a valid email address, their shoe size and favourite brand.

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