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From the International Franchise Expo: Optimism Overshadows Recession
Franchisors are an optimistic bunch. As entrepreneurs and sales people, franchisors believe that their destiny is to create national and international brands. Obstacles that might intimidate many people, even other business owners, appear to franchisors as mere nuisances. Given this perspective, it was no surprise to find an increased number of franchisors at the International Franchise Expo ('IFE') in Washington, DC, in April, and to find them determined to prosper even when the U.S. and world economies are struggling.
Franchisors are certainly aware of the U.S. recession, but attendees at the IFE were far from despondent about their businesses or about franchising in general. They see opportunities even in a downturn, and they came to the IFE to generate business as well as to learn from franchise attorneys about the mandates of the new Franchise Disclosure Document ('FDD') and how to build good relationships with their franchisees.
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.