Indiana is the latest franchise registration state to address the COVID-19 crisis.
Month: March 2020
New York Extends Franchise Renewal Deadlines In Response to COVID-19 Crisis
The New York Attorney General Office’s Department of Law (the “Department”) is the latest of the franchise registration states to announce an extension to franchise registration renewal deadlines in response to the public health emergency created by the coronavirus.
California Allowing Late Franchise Renewals Amid COVID-19 Crisis
The California Commissioner of Business Oversight (the “Commissioner”) has issued guidance to franchise companies regarding the Department of Business Oversight’s (“DBO”) handling of annual franchise renewal filings.
COVID-19 And Franchise Systems: Dealing With Disruption
The current COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted businesses across the globe, and franchises are no exception. We have some suggestions for franchisors to consider.
Maryland Encourages "Less Paper" In Franchise Registration Filings
In the latest response to the COVID-19 health crisis, Maryland is encouraging franchisors to reduce the paper they use in their annual registration filings.
Virginia Extends Franchise Renewals Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Following the example set earlier this week by Maryland, Virginia has announced that it is extending the renewal periods for franchisors registered in the state by a period of twenty-one days.
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