Franchise Law

The termination of a franchise agreement can be a complex and contentious issue in the world of franchising. Franchisees who are facing termination need to understand their rights and the defenses available to them. However, it is equally important for them to choose the right legal representation to navigate these challenging waters. In the blog…

Calling all Current Franchisees, Former Franchisees, Friends of Franchisees, Advocates of Franchisees, Former Employees of Franchisors, and Everyone In Between!  The FTC is seeking comments directly on franchise agreement provision AND franchisor business practices and NOW IS THE TIME! REPORT! REPORT! REPORT! Tell them what you are going through, went through, or what you personally…

FTC New Policy Statement and Guidance warns franchisors that their contract provisions that cut off communication with government agencies are unlawful AND their undisclosed junk fees are unlawful! Also I noted how the FTC finally realized their reporting system was difficult for franchisees to use, the number of complaints related to franchises dramatically increased….Check out…

Buying a franchise can lead to success, but there are situations where things can go awry. New franchise owners often make common mistakes that can throw their future plans off track. In the blog post below, we will examine five common errors that franchisees make and how to avoid them. Mistake 1: Not Looking Into…

Franchising inherently involves a long-lasting business relationship that can, in some instances, last for decades. However, it is inevitable that, at some point, issues may arise in this relationship. While some of these issues may be resolved quickly and amicably, allowing both parties to continue their business positively, others may necessitate some intervention. The Franchise…

The Franchise Disclosure Document, also known as the FDD, offers comprehensive information about the obligations of both the franchisor and the franchisee. It is designed to assist potential franchisees in making an informed decision about investing in the business.  However, to truly understand what the FDD does, in the blog below, we will delve into…

Illinois is known as a franchise registration state and has enacted its own franchise laws. Under these laws, before anyone can offer or sell a franchise in the state, they must first register the franchise disclosure document (FDD) with the Franchise Bureau of the Illinois Attorney General. This Bureau oversees this registration process and the…

Franchise lawsuits, like any other legal action, can be time-consuming and expensive to pursue. However, you do not have to go through this challenging legal process alone. When you work with an experienced franchise litigation attorney, these legal professionals can help you fight for the justice and remedies you deserve.  Breach of Contract Franchisors must…

Wisconsin is a franchise registration state, which means that before a person sells or offers to sell a franchise in the state, they must submit and register their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with the Securities Division of the Wisconsin State Department of Financial Institutions. It is also important to note that FDD registration is an…

If the relationship meets the applicable state or Federal definition of a franchise, then the franchisor must prepare a document known as the “Franchise Disclosure Document” which is commonly referred to an “FDD”.  Prior to 2007, this document was called the “Uniform Franchise Offering Circular”.   An FDD includes 23 sections called Items, along with…