She is bringing serious allegations of racial discrimination and financial ruin against the franchise, claiming her franchise in Poughkeepsie, New York, was unlawfully terminated just 52 days after opening, resulting in nearly $10 million in losses.
However, shortly after its opening, Golden Corral Franchise Systems revoked her license citing minor infractions such as cigarette butts in an ashtray, debris in the parking lot, workers not wearing sanitary hats, and minor temperature issues in buffet trays.
These infractions, Henderson contends, were trivial and should have been rectifiable.
She asserts that other non-Black and male franchise owners were given ample time to correct similar infractions, a courtesy that was not extended to her.
As a result, Henderson faced severe financial consequences, including the foreclosure of her home, forcing her to rely on state and federal assistance for survival.
Henderson’s legal team, which includes the renowned Hamlin Firm of Newark, New Jersey, has discovered that the financial damage inflicted exceeds $9.8 million.
This amount represents the funds Henderson meticulously invested to secure her family’s future through the Golden Corral franchise.
The case, titled 19 CV 2878 (NSR), is being heard in the United StatesDistrictCourt for the Southern District of New York (S.D.N.Y.). As of March 21, 2023, the court has recognized the significant financial and emotionaldamages suffered by Henderson, allowing her to pursue punitive damages against Golden Corral Franchise Systems.
Henderson’s struggle began in 2013 when she signed a 15-year franchise contract with Golden Corral. She was initially forced to bring in male partners and later faced additional obstacles when Golden Corral refused to honor her Newark, NJ, license agreement, ultimately compelling her to accept the Poughkeepsie location. The abrupt termination of her franchise led to a drastic financial and personal downfall.
Henderson’s formidable legal team, led by Ray Hamlin, is determined to seek justice for the loss of her lifesavings and the unjust closure of her business.
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