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Preliminary Injunction Issued Against Franchisees That Disregarded Pricing Promotion
In a decision that demonstrates the ability of franchisors to enforce mandatory pricing promotions to maintain system-wide uniformity, two Denver Steak 'n Shake franchisees and affiliates were ordered to immediately cease operations after they failed to comply with national pricing and marketing policies. In Steak N. Shake Enterprises Inc. v. Globex Company, LLC, No. 13-cv-01751-RM-CBS (D. Colo. Sept. 3, 2013), the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado granted franchisor Steak 'n Shake's motion for a preliminary injunction against franchisees who continued to operate after Steak 'n Shake terminated their franchises for failing to comply with system-wide uniform pricing for its meals and menu items.
Bankruptcy Sales: Finding a Diamond In the Rough
There is no efficient market for the sale of bankruptcy assets. Inefficient markets yield a transactional drag, potentially dampening the ability of debtors and trustees to maximize value for creditors. This article identifies ways in which investors may more easily discover bankruptcy asset sales.
Coverage Issues Stemming from Dry Cleaner Contamination Suits
In recent years, there has been a growing number of dry cleaners claiming to be "organic," "green," or "eco-friendly." While that may be true with respect to some, many dry cleaners continue to use a cleaning method involving the use of a solvent called perchloroethylene, commonly known as perc. And, there seems to be an increasing number of lawsuits stemming from environmental problems associated with historic dry cleaning operations utilizing this chemical.
Major Differences In UK, U.S. Copyright Laws
This article highlights how copyright law in the United Kingdom differs from U.S. copyright law, and points out differences that may be crucial to entertainment and media businesses familiar with U.S law that are interested in operating in the United Kingdom or under UK law. The article also briefly addresses contrasts in UK and U.S. trademark law.
Strategy vs. Tactics: Two Sides of a Difficult Coin
With each successive large-scale cyber attack, it is slowly becoming clear that ransomware attacks are targeting the critical infrastructure of the most powerful country on the planet. Understanding the strategy, and tactics of our opponents, as well as the strategy and the tactics we implement as a response are vital to victory.
Blockchain Domains: New Developments for Brand Owners
Blockchain domain names offer decentralized alternatives to traditional DNS-based domain names, promising enhanced security, privacy and censorship resistance. However, these benefits come with significant challenges, particularly for brand owners seeking to protect their trademarks in these new digital spaces.