Zarco Einhorn Salkowski PA

Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A. specializes in Complex Commercial Litigation & Business Trial Law, with a nationally renowned focus and leadership in Franchise Law. Our team is known for being Creative Problem-Solvers and providing assertive legal services when required, particularly in Complex Business Disputes engaging in Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, and Transactions. We offer comprehensive Commercial and Business law services that safeguard the interests of franchisees, franchisee associations, dealers, licensees, distributors, and other commercial clientele. Our attorneys are involved in critical legal and operational matters impacting cases in U.S. federal and state courts. These matters often emerge within ongoing relationships and encompass:Breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealingEncroachment/cannibalizationBreach of contractFraud in the inducement, Fraudulent concealment, and other types of FraudFDD disclosure violationsWrongful termination Claims for liquidated damagesFailure to renewUnreasonable conditions of renewalUnreasonable system-wide changesIssues related to supply chain sourcing and pricingForward-Thinking Legal GuidanceOur legal staff includes professionals with backgrounds in economics, banking, and accounting, enabling us to consider wider aspects beyond legal matters to devise solutions that are practical, prompt, and advantageous for our clients. We deliver robust legal representation across diverse areas of Commercial law and dispute resolution, encompassing litigation, mediation, and arbitration in both state and U.S. federal courts. Our team has substantial experience handling extensive disputes related to:Commercial Real Estate and Construction Defects litigationLandlord-tenant disputesC-Suite Employment and Insurance litigationFranchising, corporate, and general business law Transactions and disputesWe provide assistance in the formation of a new business and the careful analysis and negotiation of related agreements, such as leases, purchase and sale agreements, confidentiality agreements, non-compete agreements, personal guarantees, FDDs, and more.A GLOBAL REACH:Our firm has represented franchisees, dealers, licensees, and distributors, alongside more than 40 national franchisee associations from over 500 various systems across the U.S., and in countries such as Australia, South America, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. We are attentive to the significant expenses that can deter franchisees, dealers, licensees, and distributors from defending their legal rights. Our boutique structure, efficiency, and specialization allow us to offer alternative fee arrangements tailored to specific case needs, which might include results-oriented partial contingency fees. These financial structures align our clients' interests and facilitate achieving resolutions swiftly, effectively, and affordably.A HISTORY OF IMPORTANT CLIENTS:Our past and current clients encompass franchisees in disputes against major franchise systems in sectors like hotels, restaurants, vehicle dealerships, and service industries.We've represented hotels such as Holiday Inn, Days Inn, Howard Johnson, Best Western, Ramada, and Quality Inn. Our representation extends to restaurants, including McDonald’s, Burger King, Wendy’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, Arby’s, KFC, Church's, Tony Roma’s, Miami Subs, Pizza Hut, Johnny Rockets, T.C.B.Y., Haagen Dazs, Checkers, Rally’s, TGI Friday’s, Hard Rock Café, Fat Tuesdays, Little Caesars’, Jack-in-the-Box, Denny’s, Bonanza, Manhattan Bagel, Subway, Blimpie, Schlotzsky’s, Corner Bakery, Moe’s Southwest Grille, Coldstone Creamery, Smoothie King, Steak & Shake, Carl’s Jr., Papa John’s, Golden Corral, Naked Pizza, Papa Murphy’s, Domino’s, Fuddruckers, El Pollo Loco, Red Brick Pizza, and many more.Additional representations include companies such as 7-Eleven, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Harley Davidson, Decorating Den, Oil Express, Camp Bow Wow, Carvel, Chevron, Hair Club for Men, Payless Car Rental, Remax, Sotheby’s, Tutor Time, Wolfgang Puck, and ServPro. Our firm has also offered representation to Franchisee Associations like Jack in the Box, Johnny Rockets, Little Caesars, 7-Eleven, T.C.B.Y., Wood You Furniture, Roto-Rooter, and Papa John’s.Over 40 Franchisee Associations including 7-Eleven, McDonald's, Subway, Home Instead, TCBY, Johnny Rockets, Little Caesars, Wood You Furniture, Roto-Rooter, Papa John’s, Massage Envy, Edible Arrangements, & other businesses & real estate owners involving complex commercial business disputes and/or representation as general counsel.