Owner Of 300+ Wendy's Franchises Hits Ch. 11 In Mich.

By Emily Lever · September 18, 2026, 9:15 PM EDT

The owner of over 300 Wendy's restaurants has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Michigan with $10 million to $50 million in debt after years of shrinking margins....

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Bankruptcy Scorecard

Summary

The operator of 359 Wendy's franchises filed for Chapter 11 after declining sales in the South and the restaurant chain's marketing strategy left it with limited funds to pay investors and its debts.

Case Number

1:26-bk-02947

Judge

James W. Boyd

Venue

U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan

Capital Structure

Total Liabilities:

$10 million to $50 million

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Case Information

Case Title

Meritage Hospitality Group Inc.

Case Number

1:26-bk-02947

Court

Michigan Western

Nature of Suit

Date Filed

September 17, 2026