The First Amendment to the United States Constitution is arguably what gives America its freedom.  The opening lines of the Bill of Rights grant all Americans the freedoms of speech, religion and assembly.  However, one often forgotten freedom granted by that amendment is the freedom “to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” 

Develop a standardized hiring system to ensure a fair and effective process.

The threats that patent trolls pose to the economy and the franchise industry are not going away anytime soon.

Yesterday the Health and Oversight Subcommittees on House Committee on Ways and Means conducted a hearing surrounding tax subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.  Health Subcommittee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) and Oversight Subcommittee Chairman Charles Boustany (R-LA) convened the joint hearing to discuss the income verification system used to determine individuals’ eligibility for tax credits to purchase insurance, and to address reports of incorrect tax credit payments being issued and later reclaimed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 

Franchising World readers are taking advantage of learning how to tap into the pluses that military veterans can bring to franchise businesses. 

Each month, Franchising World magazine sets its sights on helping you to expand your business. The April issue brings you strategies on growing your multi-unit franchise business, sharing highlights from the recent Annual Convention in New Orleans −