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Beware of the Boilerplate Introduction
Many franchise agreements begin with an introductory paragraph, a “witnesseth” statement or various recitals that tout the virtues of the franchisor's business or systems. These introductory statements might state that the franchisor has “developed a proven system,” “developed and perfected a system,” or “developed a uniform system” for operating a particular type of business. The introductory statements also might highlight the success, reputation, or positive image of the franchisor's business systems.
But beware: Although these statements are not intended by the franchisor to have any binding legal consequences, a franchisee may seize upon this language if his or her business is less successful than he or she had hoped, or if a conflict develops between the parties. More than one franchisee has asked a court or an arbitrator to rule that, by including such statements in the prefatory paragraphs of its franchise agreement, the franchisor has created an enforceable legal obligation to ensure the overall success of the franchisee's business.
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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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.