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Are Franchisors 'Employers'?
Part One of a Two-Part Article
Franchising began in the mid-1800's with the Singer sewing machine, but became increasingly popular in the United States in the 1950's when brands such as Kentucky Fried Chicken (1956), Holiday Inn (1957) and International House of Pancakes (1958), among others, began franchising. Today, franchised businesses employ millions of people, have payrolls in the billions of dollars and generate over a trillion dollars in total sales. U.S. Census Bureau, “Census Bureau's First Release of Comprehensive Franchise Data” (Sept. 14, 2010).
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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Summary Judgment Denied Defendant in Declaratory Action by Producer of To Kill a Mockingbird Broadway Play Seeking Amateur Theatrical Rights
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.