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Why Franchisees Are Fighting Noncompete Clauses in 2026
In 2026, a wave of franchisees is challenging noncompete clauses in their contracts, arguing they stifle mobility and income. Lucas and Luna dissect the case of a Firehouse Subs franchisee in Florida who fought a two-year, three-mile noncompete after selling his store—and won. They explore how the FTC's 2024 rule (later blocked) shifted the conversation, why states like California and Minnesota already ban post-employment noncompetes, and what the franchise industry's self-regulation push means for new buyers. A concrete look at the legal and economic forces reshaping franchise…
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