The Week in Franchising, May 1, 2012
A number of industry veterans try new brands in this week's roundup of news relating to growth chain franchisees and franchisors.
Twin Peaks said to be suing franchisee over shooting
The branch of the breastaurant chain has already been sued by a neighboring restaurant for lost business.
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