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NYC Building Officials Warn Tenants to Stay off of Balconies to Avoid being Injured or Dying

NYC Building officials are warning New York City residents of certain apartment buildings to stay off of their balconies until further notice. While performing an investigation it was found that 16 NYC apartment building have dangerous balconies which pose a threat or injury or death. This investigation was sparked by the death of a New York City man after he fell from the balcony because of a broken railing. New York injury lawyer Frank J. Dito Jr. handles cases where negligence is involved, including when landlords are negligent for not fixing or up-keeping the apartment building that the tenants are living in. For more information if you were injured because of your landlord's negligence call 800.976.4904 for a free consultation.

New York Breast Implant Lawsuit: Staten Island Mom Awarded $3.5 Million for Breast Implant that Went Wrong

As mentioned yesterday in the Staten Island Advance a Staten Island mom was awarded $3.5 million in a breast implant lawsuit which resulted in her feeling deformed, led to her divorce and her being suicidal. 

Marie Alaimo had breast implant surgery back in 2003 which was performed by Dr. Keith S. Berman.  The surgery was supposed to be a Level II lift but it turned into a Level I deformity of the breasts which gave the appearce that each breast was a "double bubble" ultimately leading to the appearance that she had four breasts. 

Ms. Alaimo was awarded $1 million for pain and suffering for the past 7 years and $2.5 million for future pain and suffering. 
She encourages other women who have had a bad experience with breast implant surgery that has left them feeling like she does to come forward and speak with a lawyer to find out if they have a breast implant lawsuit. 

If you have a similar issue to Ms. Alaimo and would like to discuss it with us call 800.976.4904 or fill out our contact form to speak with Frank J. Dito Jr. Staten Island New York Injury Lawyer regarding your medical malpractice case. 

Toyota Prius Driver Claims 'I Was Laying On the Brakes But It Wasn't Slowing Down' and Still No Expansion of Recall

James Sikes, a 61 year old real estate agent from San Diego, was driving his Toyota Prius monday afternoon and went to pass a car on the road but after he passed the other driver his car kept going but not because he wanted it to.  James Sikes Toyota Prius was accelerating uncontrollably and he was unable to stop it. He says that his gas pedal was sticking all the way out and he was applying pressure to the breaks as hard as he could and the Prius continued to speed down the highway without him even touching the gas pedal for 30 miles. 

Mr. Sikes made a call to a 911 dispatcher and explained his situation and how he could not stop the Prius from accelerating.  The 911 dispatcher sent a police officer to the highway that Mr. Sikes was weaving in and out of traffic on while going 90 mph with no control over the situation.  The police officer guided Mr. Sikes over a loud speaker while driving next to him on the highway on how to slow the vehicle down.  The police officer was able to assist him by having him apply the brake with his foot as hard as he could while also applying the emergency brake which was able to get the car to slow down to 50 mph at which time he shut off the engine to the Prius and let it slow down to a stop by itself. 

The twist to this story is that Mr. Sikes knew his car was part of the recent Toyota recall and took it into his local Toyota dealership to have the repair done on it but was informed when he got there that some how his car was not part of the Toyota recall.  He was told that based on his VIN (vehicle identification number) that his car was not a car that was affected by the acceleration issue that many Toyota's were recalled for.  So this leaves the lingering questions still unanswered "Did Toyota recall all of their defective vehicles?". 

How Dangerous Is a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury? New Study Shows That Effects May Not Be So Mild Afterall

A recent study performed by the Center for Brain Injury and Repair and by the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine shows that mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) may not be so mild after all.  The study presented findings of the molecular mechanism that is in play when dealing with a mild traumatic brain injury.

In the study it was found that those suffering from a mild traumatic brain injury show stretching and disconnecting of nerve-cell axons after mTBI induces problems in sodium channels on the surface of neurons.  This study has not shown enough results so far to conclude as to what the findings are and in what situations they occur in exactly so as of right now the study continues on and they hope to soon find ways to better prevent, diagnose and treat mild traumatic brain injuries. 

Every year 1 million or more people suffer from a mTBI but most people do not understand the severity of them.  Hopefully this study along with other and the promotion of mTBI prevention will help people understand the importance of preventing mTBI especially in sports.

Mild traumatic brain injuries are not a mild situation or a mild injury at all.  If you or a family member has suffered from a mTBI it is important to seek proper help from a doctor and an experienced injury lawyer if the injury was due to negligence.  To speak with an injury lawyer call 800.976.4904 or email us and we will be happy to go over your case with you free of cost. 

Toyota Vehicles Still Having Acceleration Problems Even After Dealership Does Recall Repairs

According to a recent report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) they have received quite a few reports from Toyota owners who have had their vehicles serviced by the Toyota dealership for the accelerator recall issue and are still having problems with the car randomly accelerating on its own and in some cases to dangerously high speeds causing injuries and damages to the vehicles.  In fact, the NHTSA has already received more than 60 drivers complaining of their vehicle still having acceleration problems as listed in the recall after the car was already repaired for the acceleration problems. 

In light of the new information that the NHTSA has learned of recently they have asked Toyota dealerships and Toyota Corp to inform them of any similar complaints they may have received directly from Toyota owners themselves regarding the same issues. 

The NHTSA will be contacting all of the Toyota owners who sumitted complaints to them to discuss the issues they are experiencing.  Normally the NHTSA does not contact the complaintants individually but in this instance they are going to contact all 60+ individuals, some of which were involved in accidents and injured due to the high speed acceleration problem, who filed complaints in the past couple of weeks to try to obtain more detailed information from them about the problems they are experiencing. 

If they NHTSA finds appropriate after speaking to all of the owners who complained of still experiencing problems the NHTSA will have Toyota consider a different fix for the acceleration problem that so many Toyota vehicles were recalled for.  To date approximately 1 million Toyota vehicles have had their acceleration problem "fixed" by Toyota dealership but whether or not the issue is really fixed will have to be determined by the NHTSA. 

If you have been injured by or experienced any issues with your Toyota vehicle that has already had the fix done to it for the acceleration problem you should call 888.327.4236 or you can fill out the NHTSA complaint form.

Baby Died Because of a Forcep Injury

When you are pregnant and it is time for your child to be delivered you usually think that the doctor who is treating you probably knows what is best for you, your baby and the delivery process. While this is true most of the time it is not always true.  Some doctors, although this is not right to do, are very concerned about keeping the number of cesarian or c-sections low and the number of vaginal deliveries high.  This can create a situation where the doctor may not want to do a delivery as a c-section because of their vaginal delivery "rating".  This is never good and if the situation is complicated enough can result in severe injuries to the baby and/or the mother delivering the baby. 

There recently was a story in the news that is a scary reminder of the fact that not all doctors are out to help their patients and not all doctors make the right decisions and when they are negligent in their decisions or if they make poor decisions it can result in injuries and even death.  The story that was recently in the news was about a couple by the name of Craig and Beatrix Campbell who had been trying for years to have children and finally she got pregnant after both underwent surgery and went through the process of in vetro fertilization but the family would have never imagined that they would lose their precious daughter to a birth injury that could have been avoided.  Beatrix finally became pregnant but went two weeks past her delivery date and had to have her labor induced.  The baby was not turned the right way and after hours upon hours of her pushing to try to get the baby out she asked for a c-section but the doctors at the hospital would not perform a c-section on her instead they pushed for her to have the baby turned and then she would continue to try to push.  It turned out that the way they wanted to turn the baby was with forceps.  The hospital allowed a junior doctor to do the procedure on his own for the first time while the senior doctor helped others in the hospital deliver.  When the doctor attempted to turn the baby he turned the baby's head but not her body which resulted in her suffering a severe spinal cord injury.  The baby was unable to breath on her own or move aside from a few facial expressions.  After three days of being on life support the baby died. 

Stories like this are not what happens to the majority of the population who give birth but it does happen way too often and forceps raises the chances of injuries happening to the baby or to the mother.  Most common injuries that usually occur is bruising and scratches but there are instances such as this case where there are far more severe complications than the normal warnings call for.  There are approximately 31,500 babies delivered by forcep delivery every year - that's 1 in 20 that are delivered by forceps.  Many times such as in this case it would be more practical for the doctor to perform a c-section but the doctor does not. 

If you have experienced a situation similar to the story of the Campbell's where your baby was injured or was killed because of improper use of forceps or using forceps when they should have been avoided you are probably dealing with a lot of hurt right now and are very disturbed by the doctor, midwife or hospital's negligence.  Speaking to a birth injury lawyer regarding your child's forcep injury will allow you to find out what your next steps should be if you want to sue the doctor for negligence.  If you would like to speak with me, Frank J. Dito, I will be waiting to hear from you regarding your case.  We do not ask for any money up front and do not expect any payments from you until your case has been settled. Contact our Staten Island, NY office at 800.976.4904.

NIssan Recalls Trucks and Minivans Due to Faulty Brake Pedal Pins

Nissan has recalled 179,000 trucks and minivans due to a brake pedal issue that can result in brake failure due to the brake pedal pin partially disengaging.

Nissan has announced a recall for the following vehicles:

• 2008, 2009, 2010 - Nissan Titan
• 2008, 2009, 2010 - Nisaan Armada
• 2008, 2009, 2010 - Nissan Quest
• 2008, 2009, 2010 - Infinity QX56

So far there have been no reports or injuries or deaths associated with the Nissan recall but the manufacturer has received 3 complaints to date of the brake pedal pin problem.  Nissan is advising its comsumers to take their vehicles to their local Nissan dealership or Infinity dealership (depending on what recalled vehicle you own) and have it inspected.  If the inspection for this recall shows that your car has the problem Nissan will replace the part free of charge.

2010 Hyundai Tuscon Recalled Because of Airbag Problems

The Nation Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that Hyundai has recalled their 2010 Hyundai Tucson crossover for an airbag defect.  Only 515 of the SUV's were recalled but this is a very serious issue because the defect can cause the air bag to deploy in certain circumstances where it is not supposed to which can cause serious injuries to someone especially a child or diminutive passenger. 

The 2010 Hyundai Tucson crossover has a problem where occupants weighing more than 240 lbs can cause the passive occupant detection system (PODS) to illuminate the airbag warning light.  This can cause the airbag to deploy even if the airbag has been deactivated posing a risk to those who may be easily harmed by an airbag.

If you are having an issue with your 2010 Hyundai Tucson crossover you can contact Hyundai at 800.633.5151 or the NHTSA at 888.325.4236 to discuss having the vehicle repaired free of charge.  Also, if you or a loved one was injured by this recalled vehicle you will want to inform the NHTSA and a car defect lawyer in your area.

Young Women Drunk Drivers On the Rise According to Recent Study

If you have been injured by a drunk driver or if your family member was killed by a drunk driver that person is responsible for their negligence of driving drunk and deserves to be held accountable for their actions. If you would like to speak with a car accident lawyer feel free to call us for advice and we will even give you a free consultation where you will be able to come in and speak with me one on one with no obligation to even use my services. Knowing your rights is very important when it comes to an injury or death caused by driving while intoxicated. Call our Staten Island, New York office at 800.976.4904 to schedule a free consultation.

Eye Injuries from Dog Attacks Are Far Too Common - Please Be Careful!

According to a recent article in the Philadelphia Enquirer which was submitted by Rachel K. Sobel, a woman training to become an eye surgeon, severe eye injuries due to dog bites are very common - in fact far too common - and extremely dangerous. 

All dog bites are dangerous no matter where the dog ends up attacking on a body, especially if it is a young child, but studies show that when dogs attack they often attack the face.  More specifically they often attack and try to rip off the eyelids of the person they are attacking. 

Eyelid injuries can be severe, very difficult to repair and can get infected easily.  Often when Rachel Sobel has a patient who has been attacked by a dog and has suffered eyelid injuries it is very hard for the eye surgeons to reconstruct the eyelid because the eyelid tissue all begins to look the same when it is severely damaged.  It is only after hours of carefully examining and using special methods to pull the eyelid back together that the eyelid is arranged the way it should be. 

Considering a dog bite to the eye can cause severe eye injuries such as eye infection and temporary or permanent loss of vision it is very important to try to avoid a dog bit to the eye or for that matter completely. 

If you ever find yourself in a situation where a dog may attack it is important that you stand still and "become a tree" mimicing the way a tree looks with your legs together and straight like a tree trunk and your arms slightly raised at your side often causes a dog to leave you alone.  If the dog does decide to attack it is important that you "become a ball" tuck your head into your neck and tuck your knees into your chest while wraping your arms around your knees.  This will prevent the dog from having easy access to your face or neck.  If a dog attacks get help immediately and be sure to go to the emergency room even if you do not believe that the bite was that severe because there is always a chance that the dog has rabies or another disease that me be able to be transferred to you or it could also become infected if not properly treated. 

Pet owners are responsible for their dog's actions in most cases.  If you need assistance determining if someone is negligent for their dog's attack on you or your child call us at 800.976.4904 or email us a Staten Island dog bite lawyer would be glad to assist you in determining if the other party is negligent when you call and will also sit down with you for a free injury consultation if you would like.

Death Toll Due to Sudden Acceleration Problems with Toyota Vehicles Released by NHTSA

According to an article in the Los Angeles Times the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released the death toll number due to Toyota sudden acceleration problems which was based on complaints that they have received so far from consumers.  Most complaints filed were filed by surviving family member and ranged from vehicles that were included on the recall list to cars that Toyota still has not admitted need to be recalled. 

If you own a Toyota, Lexus or Pontiac that has been recalled for a sudden acceleration issue it is very important that you bring it to the dealership to have the potentially life threatening sudden acceleration problem fixed.  If you purchased the car in New York and still currently reside in New York arrangements have been made so that you do not have to worry about being without a vehicle while yours is being repaired.  You will either be given a rental vehicle or will be able to use taxi service at Toyota's expense.

One thing that Toyota, Lexus and Pontiac owners must keep in mind with all of the recently recalled vehicles is that consumers are complaining that Toyota still has not recalled all of the necessary vehicles.  Consumers have come to this conclusion because either themselves or a loved one have been injured, experienced damages to their vehicle or have died because of vehicles that have not been recalled by Toyota for sudden acceleration issues and brake issues.  If you are in doubt as to whether or not your vehicle has been recalled contact Toyota to find out but if you are experiencing issues with your vehicles and it has not been involved on the recall list you will want to contact the NHTSA to file a report against Toyota.  If you have already been involved in an accident and have been injured or a family member has been killed because of a Toyota related defect finding out your rights against the Toyota manufacturer will greatly benefit you.  Toyota is liable for the negligence which has caused injuries or death because of their defective vehicles.

Toyota Recall Repairs for New Yorkers to Be Hassle-Free

Recent Toyota recalls have been rough on everyone but Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has made arrangements with Toyota in order for the recall repair process to be made easy and hassle free for New York residents who own a recalled Toyota.  Recall repairs for Toyota's in New York will be done with no additional costs to the Toyota owner including no additional costs for getting back and forth to work or around town while their car is getting repaired.  Toyota owners who live in New York and who purchased their Toyota in New York will either be given a free car rental or paid taxi services until their car is done being repaired. 

In addition to making it easier for Toyota owners to get their vehicles repaired while carrying on their everyday tasks Toyota dealerships in New York will have extended hours or will have a 24 hour vehicle repair center open with additional crew members to help handle the Toyota recalled vehicles that will need to be worked on and repaired.

Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has made these arrangments for New Yorkers who have been involved in any of the Toyota recalls for serious issues such as sudden acceleration, sticky gas pedals, floor mat issues, drive shaft failure or ABS problems because he is worried that New York residents will not have the time to bring their vehicles to the dealership and not have a way to get around New York while their car is out of commission for a day or two.  New York residents own 500,000 of the vehicles recalled by Toyota so Attorney General Andrew Cuomo found this arrangement with Toyota neccessary in order to ensure that the roads are safe for New York residents in days to come and that the risk of injury remains lower. 

For more Toyota recall information for New York residents visit the NY Toyota recall website that Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has created specifically for the Toyota recall issues.

An Injured Worker in Staten Island Settles Lawsuit

According to Frank Donnelly, a reporter for the Staten Island Advance, a Staten Island man who was injured while doing concrete laying work in 2005 at a Manhattan construction site has settled his lawsuit for $390,000.

Anthony Sutter was injured in 2005 while doing work for a high rise building in Manhattan and sustained severe injuries to his neck that would cause him to change his career and will probably not allow him to ever go back to his career as laying concrete ever again. 

Sutters severe neck injury happened when he was laying concrete down and a temporary vertical wooden brace fell on his head says his lawyer Frank J. DiBari who practices law at Jonathan D'Agostino & Associates.

Even after neck surgery was done to help correct the injuries Sutter sustained he is still unable to go back to work as a concrete layer and now works in a Manhattan firm as a sales associate. 

Sutters case was recently settled with Admiral Insurance Company on behalf of the property owner and the general contractor in which he received $390,000. 

As you can see from this injury case being injured because of someone elses negligence can not only cause injuries but also can change your whole way of life including where you are able to work, how you can provide income for yourself and you family and if you will ever be able to return to work at all.  Don't let someone who has been negligent and caused you injuries get away with it.  To discuss how to start a lawsuit against someone who was negligent for your injuries call 800.976.4904 or contact us by email.

Social Security Disablity Insurance: Expansion of Compassionate Allowance Conditions

http://www.dddilaw.com When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance you must go through the process of submitting an application and waiting to be approved. Because of the large backlog that the Social Security Administration has found it self in the past couple of years sometimes it can take up to a year for a person who is suffering from a disability to even hear back from Social Security as to whether they are approved or disapproved leaving many who are seriously hurt or sick without any income in the process. The Social Security Administration has added 38 additional compassionate allowance disabilities to its list. A compassionate allowance is a disability that allows you to get a quicker approval than others.

Construction Worker Injured While Working at Curtis High School in Staten Island NY

SILive is reporting that a construction worker fell into an unfilled pool at Curtis High School in Staten Island, NY.

It is unknown yet exactly what injuries he suffred. 

If you were injured due to the negligence of your employer call 800.976.4904 to speak with a Staten Island, NY workers compensation lawyer to find out if you are eligible for workers compensation benbfits.

OSHA Targeting Under-Reporting of Workplace Injuries

According to the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) there needs to be a reform among the way that employers handle injuries at work.  The OSHA is going to be initiating a program called the National Emphasis Program (NEP) which will be used to identify employers who underreport work place injuries and illnesses. 

The OSHA was prompted to start the National Emphasis Program after a report was released not long ago that work injuries and illnesses were being underreported by employers because they are not filling out the correct form when their employers are being injured.  Another reason the Form 300's have not been being filed properly is because in some cases the employer is either intentionally or unintentionally scaring the employees from wanting to file a work injury or work illness complaint.  Some situations that would cause this are because the employee does not want to get fired from their job if they have to miss time from work because of the injury or illness, fear that they may get put in a different position at work or they may not want to report it because the employer has a special incentive program with a reward such as paid time off, lunch party, etc. if the number of work related injuries are low or non-existent for a set period of time.  According to the OSHA it is these type of things that cause employees to not want to report their work related injuries and illnesses and that even if employers are not intentionally "scaring" their employees they should refrain from anything that may even be unintentionally doing so. 

The OSHA needs to have work related injuries reported to them not only for the employee who has a work related injury or illness' sake but also for other employees.  When there is an unsafe condition in the work environment it can lead to more people being injured and may even lead to the death of some employees.  In 2005 a refinery fire started as a result of a condition within the work place that had been injuring employees for some time but the employer had not been reporting the injuries.  The fire ended up resulting in 15 workers that were killed and over 170 workers that were injured at the work place.  This could have been avoided had the injuries to the earlier workers been reported by the employer to the OSHA properly. 

If you know of an unsafe work condition at your job that can possibly cause injury or illness it is important that you report it to your supervisor or employer.  If they do not take action is important that you speak up and inform someone else, such as the OSHA, of the condition.

If you have been injured at work it is also important that the first thing you do is inform your employer or supervisor of the condition so that they can file the proper paperwork.  You may also be able to collect workers compensation benefits for the injuries you have sustained from your job's negligence.  To speak with Frank J. Dito a Staten Island workers compensation attorney call 800.976.4904 for more information on how you can get workers compensation benefits for your injury or illness.

Spine Stimulation Has Mixed Results On Workers Compensation Individuals With Failed Back Surgery

A recent study involving individuals on workers compensation benefits because of back injuries shows that there is not much benefit overall for the use of spine stimulation after failed back surgery.  Although, some individuals did see some results from spine stimulation the results were not consistant enough to show much hope for the procedure for all individuals. 

Spinal cord stimulation is a procedure in which implanted electrodes send small electrical pulses into the spine.  This procedure has been used to the 1960's but the long term effects of the procedure still remain unknown so the a study was conducted by Dr. Ajay D. Wasan of Bringham and Woman's Health Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston. 

Overall the study showed that spinal cord stimulation for chronic back pain was beneficial for 30 percent of those who underwent permanent implantation of the electrodes.  Those who found the spinal cord stimulation helpful showed improvement in pain and in functionality of the legs after 2 years.  The study pointed to the process of spinal cord stimulation being used in failed back surgeries useful for people mainly who have pain radiating on one side of the body, those who are functioning better better before undergoing the procedure and those in better psychological health. 

The Homebuyer Tax Credit: Do You Know When You Have to Be In Contract By?

Now may be the time to take advantage of the home buyers tax credit - $8,000 for first time home buyers and $6,500 for anyone who has owned a home in the past 3 years and would like to purchase a home now - contact Steven T. Decker at Decker, Decker, Dito & Internicola, LLP at our Staten Island real estate law firm at 800.976.4904 or email us http://www.dddilaw.com/contact.cfm

Home Based Franchises Becoming More Popular Because of Economy

Home based franchises have recently become more popular due to the fact that many people have lost their jobs or are looking for a way to succeed in the down economy. 

Home based franchises are similar to most other franchises in the sense that there is someone that has went before you and tested the franchise system you are becoming a part of so they have taken the guess work out of starting your at home business. 

The start up cost for a home based franchise is usually less expensive than that of a regular franchise where you have to buy supplies, a building and much more.

The most common franchises that are run from out of the home include business, financial, maintainance, health care, personal care, child care and senior care services.

Franchising in the New Economy: Quiznos Expands to Convenience Stores and Gas Stations

In an effort to adapt to the new post-recession economy Quiznos has decided to open up small locations inside of convenience stores and gas stations. 

According to studies done by the NPD Group it showed that since 2007 restaurant sales have been slowing down and then last year they restaurant sales dropped by 3% whereas convenience store sales have rose every year steadily by 1%.  The reason that many annalists believe this has occurred is because the recession has caused many people who would normally treat themselves to a meal out every once in a while are not able to afford such luxuries anymore and have steadily been avoiding going to restaurants.

Quiznos has decided to begin placing small Quiznos franchise locations inside of convenience stores and gas stations in order to increase their profit and to make an attempt to regain some of the 3% of food sales that have dropped since last year. 

Quiznos plans to open 700 additional small in-store locations by 2012 in addition to the 125 locations that already exist. 

Companies such as Quiznos and many other food based franchises have decided to go about expanding their franchises and growing their sales numbers by bringing the food to the people who may not be likely to go to their food store. 

Adapting to the new economy is something that is necessary after a recession and unless it is done it will be hard for you as a franchisor to keep up with your competitors edge which will be making yourself more available to the consumer.

Franchise Trends: Franchise Sales Still Rising, What You Need to Know About Buying a Franchise

For some right now is the perfect time to purchase a franchise.  Franchise sales have become more and more popular especially with a few factors that have occured in the recent years:

• Many no longer trust working for or being a partner of a big corporation
• Workers who have been laid off are looking to use their skills and ideas in a different type of environment like that of a franchise
• Many who used to be employed by larger corporations or have spent time investing their money into some type of financial fund may have money saved up and can use the money as an investment to purchase a franchise
• Finding out information about franchise opportunities from the franchisor's website has grown rapidly in the past few years to adapt to the wide use of the internet. 
  

If you are interested in buying a franchise and think that now may be the right time to purchase a franchise you should look into the following things:

• Do you have the funds to purchase a franchise? Finding out if you have the funds to purchase a franchise and do it right is an important aspect of buying a franchise.  If you are going to buy a franchise you want to make sure that you not only have enough money for the purchase of the franchise itself but to speak with an accountant and to hire an experienced franchise lawyer.  Both of these professionals will be worth the fees that they charge to assist you in purchasing your franchise and can possibly  save you a lot of money in the future. 
• Did you do your research? Make sure you do your research on the franchise that you are considering becoming a part of.  By do your research I mean speak with different franchisees that are also a part of the franchise you are looking at.  Make sure you speak with those who have just recently joined the franchise and those who have been with the franchise long enough to renew their franchise agreement.  Make sure you conduct as much due diligence as possible.

Once you have established your answer to these two questions you will want to contact a franchise lawyer and an accountant to further assist you in your franchise purchase to make sure you are getting the best deal possible and to review your franchise terms and agreement.  You will be glad that you did your research and hired the proper professionals to assist you with your franchise purchase.

Franchising: How to Sell Your Business Concept

Considering franchising your business is a process that must be carefully considered when determining if your business could have the same success elsewhere and not being run directly by you but there are also different types of ways to franchise - will you be setting up franchisees by selling them the rights to the license and having them abide by your business plan or will you just be selling them the license? These are all things that you must consider when thinking about franchising your business.