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Restaurant Chain Franchises Face Scrutiny From the FTC

Troubles at the restaurant chain Burgerim highlight concerns about whether franchisees need more protection in their contracts with franchisers.

By Michael Corkery

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Bill Oesterle, Co-Founder of Angie’s List, Dies at 57

The company he helped found to review local contractors grew into a website with millions of subscribers. He was also involved in Republican Party politics in Indiana.

By Daniel E. Slotnik

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For Founders of Small Businesses, the Personal Story Matters

A business owner’s personal story can bolster trust in a brand, experts say. But what happens when they share hardships like homelessness, addiction or incarceration in company marketing?

By Nina Roberts

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Franchisers, Facing Challenges to Business Model, Punch Back

Discontented franchisees have found allies among state legislators and federal regulators in pushing for new laws and rules, but change has been slow.

By Lydia DePillis