Mr. Siegelheim has worked with Marco Cucchi, Owner of Thomas Sweet in Princeton, New Jersey, in discussions of expanding his business into more New Jersey towns, the tri-state area, and other parts of the U.S.  Mr. Siegelheim assisted in finalizing the deal, which took place April 14, 2011 in the Stark & Stark Lawrenceville, New Jersey office.

You can read the full story detailing the expansion into China online here.

The seminar will discuss franchise issues which continue to affect countless industries from automotive services to real estate agencies, from sports and recreation facilities to food chains. Mr. Siegelheim will discuss key issues you are likely to encounter as a franchise and distribution law practitioner. The seminar will also feature a discussion on recent developments and cases.

For additional information, or to register, please visit the NJICLE’s website online here.
 

You can listen to the full podcast online here. 

You can listen to the full podcast online here.

 During the convention, Mr. Siegelheim interviewed Ricardo Roman, V.P. of Strategic Alliance for Caliper. Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Roman discuss a presentation Mr. Roman recently gave entitled, "The Psychology of the Successful Franchisee." Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Roman also discuss the value of franchisors utilizing assessment tools when meeting with potential franchisees. 

 You can listen to the podcast online here. 

Are Your Franchisees Your Employees? from Stark & Stark on Vimeo.

The fair is intended to provide visitors with a wealth of information about available resources for people interested in starting or improving their small business and connecting these small businesses and start-up entrepreneurs in the community with the agencies and other resources available to assist them to succeed and grow in these challenging economic times.
 

Adam J. Siegelheim and Cary S. Kvitka, members of Stark & Stark's Franchise Group, will be an exhibitor at this year's fair. For additional information, please visit the SCORE website.

Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Homsey discuss pros and cons of mentor-protégé  programs, an overview of how to start a program, what makes someone a good mentor, and what the necessary elements of a successful mentor-protégé relationship are. Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Homsey also discuss how the current economic climate, the franchise industry and your specific market can affect the relationship.

You can download the full podcast here.

 

Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Carnell discuss how to access capital in order to fund your franchise, including using your retirement fund.

You can download the full podcast here.

Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Nathan discuss the differences between the franchise industry in the United States and Australia. Specifically, they discuss the pros and cons of focusing on unit sales versus focusing on franchisee follow-up and relationship building.

You can download the full podcast here.

 

Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Rocchio discuss the economic outlook for 2010 in relation to franchising in the wake of the current economic downturn. Mr. Siegelheim and Mr. Rocchio also address the many benefits available to new and existing franchisors as member of the International Franchise Association.

You can download the full podcast here.

Retrofitness franchises have been steadily increasing in number over the last few years.  Back in November 2005, Retrofitness entered into a license agreement with Model A’s owners for the development of a facility in Boonton, but Model A alleges in its Complaint filed in New Jersey Superior Court that Retrofitness’ principal, Eric Casaburi, enticed them into the license agreement through a series of false promises and misrepresentations, and then attempted to coerce them into signing a franchise agreement on far less favorable terms for the owners.  When the owners refused, Retrofitness terminated the license agreement and, according to the Complaint, opened a new location up the street which unfairly competed with Model A. 

The case is being watched because it raises significant issues under the Franchise Practices Act, and also because it will test the applicability of New Jersey’s Consumer Fraud Act generally to franchises.  The Complaint filed in New Jersey Superior Court can be viewed online here.

The article discusses the differences, and advantages, between an S Corporation and a C Corporation. Mr. Sigelheim points out that although S Corporations currently receive tax breaks which were put in place by former President Bush, President Obama’s proposed budget for 2011 does not include the renewal of these tax cuts, and therefore, in the future it may be more profitable to operate as a C Corporation. 

You can read the full article online here.