On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Apr 27, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
The Subway chain of fast food restaurants is one of the latest high-profile franchise companies to have a conflict between the company and franchisees. Last November, a foot long sandwich promotion was announced by company management that caused many franchisees of...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Apr 5, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
In the last few years cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies have undeniably influenced an array of markets. Until now the real estate market remained largely unchanged, but it will not fully escape the blockchain disturbance.Last fall the first property...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Mar 1, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
The Oscars are not all fun and games. Amidst the awards, partying and celebration, there is a copyright dispute going on behind the scenes. According to the Los Angeles Times, there is a copyright lawsuit against The Shape of Water. While the Oscar...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Feb 2, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
California has become a hub of technological advancement for the United States, as well as around the world. When it comes to innovative technologies that can enhance the lives of consumers, medical patients and professionals, competition is fierce. It is not uncommon...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Jan 3, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
If you are like many smartphone users in America, you might own an iPhone. Whether your phone is an older model or you are the proud owner of a new iPhone X, you paid enough money to expect your device to run like a well-tuned sports car for years. However, recent...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Dec 22, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
In business news, California shows continued strength in the franchise restaurant industry.Nekter Juice Bar, a brand based in Santa Ana, set almost a decade ago to refashion the juice bar experience so that it more closely paralleled the powerful feeling generated by...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Nov 29, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
Starting a franchise is a great way for people to make a living. There are various steps for entrepreneurs to take to start a franchise, but it is important to remember that while a franchise owner may oversee the day-to-day operations of the business, he or she...
On behalf of Mazzarella & Mazzarella LLP | Nov 9, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
The core to any business is its clients. In the investment industry, client lists are a hot commodity and most firms treat them as proprietary information, as trade secrets. Last week Morgan Stanley was found guilty of poaching a customer list when it hired a broker...
