Kitt Shipe

May 20, 2021 | New York Law Journal

There is new legislation being proposed at state and federal levels that seeks to address a myriad of wage and labor issues resulting from the pandemic. It's important to know what the legislation provides, consider the consequences, and determine the manner in which franchising parties may avoid or mitigate them, if necessary.

By Marc Lieberstein, Kitt Shipe and Chris Caiaccio

9 minute read

September 25, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Franchising columnists Marc A. Lieberstein and Kitt Shipe discuss franchise opportunities and whether they are doing enough to combat climate change with sustainability efforts and environmentally safe polices.

By Marc Lieberstein and Kitt Shipe

7 minute read

February 20, 2020 | New York Law Journal

It not clear that laws should be made based on cases involving one franchisor, but lately it seems that McDonald's is at the center of some important legal issues for franchising in the United States.

By Marc A. Lieberstein, Kitt Shipe and Chris P. Bussert

8 minute read

November 19, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Fair workweek laws generally require large food and retail establishments to provide predictable work schedules and additional compensation for certain types of schedule changes and shifts. Due to the significant number of franchise businesses in the industries covered by these laws, understanding and complying with them is important for franchisors and franchisees alike.

By Marc A. Lieberstein, Kitt Shipe and Desmond M. Dennis

10 minute read