Star Chamber
A judicial action, trial, or hearing which so grossly violates standards of "due process" that a party appearing in the proceedings (hearing or trial) is denied a fair hearing. A court or group that engages in secret, harsh, or arbitrary procedures.
About Janet Sparks
Public Profile
Janet Sparks is the former publisher of the Continental Franchise Review, an industry newsletter that covered the franchise community for over 30 years. She has also been a columnist for a leading franchise magazine for the past 13 years. Today she is an independent journalist who engages in investigative reporting, tackling complex issues that impact the franchise industry.
Janet can be reached at jsparks@bluemaumau.org or at 303-799-7398.
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