mediator David Kaufmann

AAA Franchise Arbitrator Kaufmann Flaunts Pro-Franchisor Bias

David J. Kaufmann, the self-appointed franchisor-biased arbitrator in the PIRTEK USA litigation against its former top franchisee, Jim Lager, claims…

2 years ago

“HOSED: How My American Dream Became a Franchise Nightmare” by Jim Lager, Former Franchisee

(UnhappyFranchisee.Com) A former franchisee of both PIRTEK USA and SNAP-ON TOOLS, Jim Lager, has announced that his first book, “HOSED: …

3 years ago

PIRTEK USA Content Removal Compliance Tracker – UPDATED

Our Unofficial Progress Report Tracking PIRTEK USA References to Franchisee Jim Lager (Settlement Agreement dated September 2, 2020) PIRTEK –…

3 years ago

How Glenn Duncan Spent $1.5M+ to Damage the PIRTEK Franchise Brand

Australian Glenn Duncan, the son of PIRTEK founder Peter Duncan, came to America itching to prove himself.  One of his…

3 years ago

Unhappy Franchisee Helping PIRTEK USA Protect Its Brand; Penske Racing Sponsorship in Question

Unhappy Franchisee is helping PIRTEK USA comply with its settlement agreement… 1.5 years after signing it.  by Sean Kelly (UnhappyFranchisee.Com) …

3 years ago

Franchise Arbitrator David Kaufmann’s Credibility on Trial After Kangaroo Court Hearing

Prominent franchise attorney David Kaufmann, acting as arbitrator in a post-settlement franchise dispute, has denied that his actions and rulings…

3 years ago

Arbitration on Trial: How Franchisor Attorneys Undermine the FTC Franchise Rule

PIRTEK USA’s dispute with former top multi-unit franchisee – thought to be settled in September, 2020 – has erupted with…

3 years ago

David Kaufmann Arbitration Leaks Appear to Expose Blatant Franchisor Bias

Did franchisor attorney, mediator, arbitrator & king David Kaufmann rule that a franchisee may not object to franchisor use of…

3 years ago

Is PIRTEK USA Racist? Or Just Really, Really White?

PIRTEK USA has been accused of using franchisee confidentiality agreements and private mediation to keep allegations of racism out of…

3 years ago

Franchise Discussion, Documents, Links: NASAA Proposed S.O.P.

Happy New Year!  Unhappy Franchisee is hosting good old fashioned Franchising Town Hall Meeting, pig roast & idea exchange! Share…

3 years ago