In franchising, the term joint employer describes a legal situation where both the franchisor and the franchisee could be considered responsible for the employment practices of the franchise. This includes areas like hiring, firing, wages, and working conditions. Joint employer status has significant legal and financial implications, particularly in relation to labor laws and liability. The rules and interpretations around joint employment have evolved over time, and franchisors often take steps to maintain legal separation from employment decisions at the franchisee level.
Joint Employer
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Joint employer refers to when two or more entities share responsibility over employment conditions.
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