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Lawsuit Filed Over New Restaurant Venture in Durham

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Fred Von Canon, co-owner of Prime Barbecue, filed a lawsuit against Christopher Prieto and Prime STQ LLC, which is developing a new restaurant in Research Triangle Park in Durham. The lawsuit alleges that Prieto improperly used the business’ name, recipes, and resources to create the separate venture. The complaint also references a prior 2024 project where Smoke & Embers contributed a security deposit of $26,523.33 and funds for signage.

From wral.com

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The legal dispute centers on the commercial viability of a planned restaurant venture in Durham. The lawsuit also mentions a separate 2026 dispute over Von Canon’s 48% ownership stake in Smoke & Embers, which Prieto allegedly attempted to force Von Canon to sell.

From wral.com

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  • Jaccob SlavinAnnounced plans for the new restaurant alongside the venture.

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