Peter Cassat: What Does the CHRO Need to Know About Cybersecurity?

Peter Cassat discusses Cybersecurity and the roles CHROs play in preparing people to defend against Cyberattacks in Wards 100. Read a snippet from the article below by Jen A. Miller Peter Cassat: “Most data security incidents are the result of human error, and human error means employees… If I’m a CHRO, I don’t want to […]

Ryan Whitfill: Important Legal Considerations in Franchise Agreements and Contracts

Ryan Whitfill weighs in on legal considerations to know before signing Franchise Agreements and Contracts in this 1851 Franchise article. Read a snippet from the article below by Morgan Wood Ryan Whitfill: “The most significant IP issue to look out for when considering buying a franchise is whether the franchisor has its trademarks registered on the […]

Kelly Culhane: Empathy in Action: How Great Leaders Show They Care

Kelly Culhane talks about how leaders can practice empathy and the benefits that empathy can bring into the workplace in Inc. Magazine. Read a snippet from the article below by Sarah Lynch   Kelly Culhane: In early 2023, Kelly noticed that one of the firm’s executive assistants was falling behind on her workload. Instead of bluntly […]

Ryan Whitfill: Strategies for Successful Global Expansion of Your Franchise

Ryan Whitfill weighs in on navigating the complexities of international markets when expanding your franchise globally in this 1851 Franchise article. Read a snippet from the article below by Chris Irby Ryan Whitfill: “If you go and start selling franchises in a new market — a new country — and you only find out later […]

Legal Alert: FTC Ban on Non-Compete Clauses

By Harvey R. Linder, Partner, Culhane PLLC. On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a final rule banning non-compete clauses nationwide.  (California already has a similar ban in place.)  The FTC contends that this protects the fundamental freedom of workers to change jobs, increases innovation, and fosters new business formation.  An estimated […]