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August 2026
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Making the Most of Discovery Day as a Potential Franchisee

By | Published August 12, 2026 | Posted in Franchise Purchase | Leave a comment

A franchisor’s “Discovery Day” is a critical early step for anyone exploring the idea of becoming a franchisee. This encounter provides a chance for both sides to evaluate a potential business relationship. To make the most of this introductory meeting, prospective franchisees need to do their homework so they can ask insightful questions about the Read More

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What Makes Trademark Dilution Different Than Infringement?

By | Published August 5, 2026 | Posted in Trademarks and Unfair Competition | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Trademark law distinguishes between two different types of violations. Infringement occurs when one business uses a logo, slogan or other type trademark that is registered by a marketplace competitor, potentially causing confusion among the public. For example, if a maker of computers or cell phones besides Apple used a multicolored apple on their product or Read More

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John M. Powers

John M. Powers is an Arizona attorney with more than two decades of experience in business transactions, commercial litigation, real estate, contracts, and general civil matters. His practice centers on corporate and commercial work for public companies, midsize businesses, family offices, entrepreneurs, athletes, and nonprofits. He also advises on employment, tort, and contract disputes. He…

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Donald W. Hudspeth
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Attorney Donald W. Hudspeth has more than twenty years’ experience practicing corporate and business law. Before attending law school, Mr. Hudspeth held a stock brokers license at the age of 21 and owned his own business at the age of 23. He was a business law professor at Arizona State University, West Campus, and has conducted classes and seminars for a number of higher institutions and organizations. Mr. Hudspeth has published two books on law and is the founder of the radio programs Law on the Edge and Law Talk.

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Our firm now offers a scholarship program for ASU first and second year law students.

The scholarship is awarded to students for academic merit with an interest in business and business law. Candidates may have majored in fields other than business, have taken a break between college and law school, or have had exceptional life experiences.

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