Carmen D. Caruso Law Firm

02/06/2026

We’re growing. And congratulations to our new partner Bill Whitner!

Firm Promotes New Partner and Adds Associate CHICAGO, IL – Feb 2, 2026 – Carmen D. Caruso Law Firm is increasing its litigationstrength with the promotion of Bill Whitner to partner, and a new associate, MatthewWarren. “We pursue high-stakes litigation for franchisees, dealers and other client...

05/31/2024

We are honored to represent the prominent and courageous McDonald’s Owner/Operator who is fighting to preserve his restaurant franchises as discussed in this article. We look forward to trying this case in federal court in Brooklyn.

George Michell, who owns some of the brand’s most successful locations, claims the company is using its new franchising standards to force

11/16/2023

Proud of the good work being done by Caruso PR on this important front.

For , we're proud to publish a letter to the editor in the Chicago Tribune to raise awareness that U.S. military veterans are twice as likely to develop compared to nonveterans.

As we salute the members of our armed forces, let’s not overlook the hidden costs of military service — and let’s turn the tide against this threat to the peace and well-being they deserve. https://buff.ly/3FVEKpB

04/12/2023

Congratulations Xiaoyin Cao, our newest Franchise Times Legal Eagle!

Congratulation Xiaoyin Cao! Carmen D. Caruso Law Firm, a top tier franchise law firm is proud to announce that attorney Xiaoyin Cao is now a Franchise Times…

03/10/2023

Attention Franchisees: the FTC seeks your input on how the franchise laws might be strengthened to protect your interests. Please take advantage of this important opportunity. It has taken a lot of hard work to get the FTC’s attention. Now is the moment!

On March 10, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission issued a request for information seeking public comment on franchise agreements and franchisor busin

12/21/2022

On behalf of our client, Michael Peaster, we respond to statements made by McDonald's Corporation, as reported by multiple media outlets, that accuse Mr. Peaster of poor job performance. McDonald's media statements are a convenient lie. Mr. Peaster had a 35-year track record of successful performance at McDonald's that continued to his last day despite having to deal with the retaliatory conduct alleged in his complaint. We will prove Mr. Peaster's case in Court, but until then, we will not allow McDonald's Corporation to commit character assassination in its attempt to protect Mr. Kempczinski.

The CEO repeatedly ignored and undermined the Black exec — and even barred him from accompanying him on the company's private jet, the suit says.

07/11/2022

Clients in the middle of the supply chain face unique challenges that can be exacerbated in times of product shortages. This program evaluates their potential remedies under contract and antitrust la…