Law360, New York (September 1, 2016, 12:51 PM EDT) -- Subway is one of the largest franchisors in the world with over 26,000 restaurants in the United States alone. Under that model, many of its restaurants are run by franchisees who must adhere to a host of company standards for product quality, appearance and various other aspects of restaurant operation. At the same time, the franchise owners run their own businesses. Among other things, they are responsible for hiring and firing staff, for managing costs and sales, and for the day-to-day operation of their stores. The company provides an opportunity for new owners to get into business by highlighting the relatively low investment needed, the ease of operation and minimal space requirements. It even provides a two-week training program for new owners as well as an extensive support network afterwards....