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Franchisee tensions bubble to the surface

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 11, 2018

McDonald’s and Jack in the Box show operators’ growing discontent amid weak sales and high costs, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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McDonald’s operators consider a franchisee association

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 10, 2018

Operators are meeting to discuss a potential independent group, which would be a first for the chain.

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Jack in the Box franchisees want the company to replace its CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 09, 2018

The Jack in the Box Franchisee Association passed a “no confidence” vote in management and wants to replace Lenny Comma.

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BBQ upstart Mighty Quinn’s learns expansion on the go

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 09, 2018

International development and concessions to the off-premise boom have left a stamp as the concept prepares for a domestic growth spurt.

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Big Burger King operator Carrols buys 43 more restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 08, 2018

The company said it completed three deals since August and also that Hurricane Florence hurt sales.

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Three examples of franchising done right

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 08, 2018

Focus on operator profitability has helped chains such as Domino’s, Popeyes and Chick-fil-A thrive, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Why franchisor-franchisee disputes are more common right now

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 03, 2018

This week’s edition of the RB podcast "A Deeper Dive" examines disputes at Tim Hortons, Subway, Applebee’s and others.

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Court sides against Applebee’s franchisor Dine Brands in dispute over 160 units

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 26, 2018

The decision leaves the stores in control of a bankrupt franchisee with creditors to satisfy.

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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit closes 113 units

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 14, 2018

Franchisee closures and terminations led to a decline in store count amid sales challenges at the barbecue chain.

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New joint employer definition is proposed

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 13, 2018

The revision would greatly narrow the instances where restaurant employers could be held responsible for the employment practices of their franchisees.

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