Franchise Agreements

Navigating a Franchise Agreement can be confusing to the less experienced entrepreneur. With careful attention to detail, a bit of study and good online legal advice, potential franchisees and franchisors can have a good starting place to evaluate prospective Franchise Agreements before becoming contractually obligated. more »

While your U.S. state of residence may have laws specific to franchising (15 states require franchisors to provide Uniform Franchise Offering Circular documents prior to the Franchise Agreement), England does not have a specific franchise law. However, it's still important to know how other laws may affect franchising in England, and... more »

A well-drafted franchise agreement is an absolute necessity before entering the franchising business either as a franchisor or a franchisee. Although the terms of an ideal franchise agreement differ depending on whether you are a franchisor or a franchisee, they all contain certain core provisions. Nevertheless, an attorney should be... more »

Franchising allows successful companies to expand through independent operators. Buying into a franchise has many advantages. Advertising expenses are low because the costs are shared by all franchisees. Identifiable trademarks and designs make getting and keeping customers easy. There is no need to spend a great deal of time... more »

A franchiser plays a significant role in the world of commerce. A franchiser simultaneously offers profitable and tested business opportunities to aspiring entrepreneurs and creates jobs in communities all over the world. more »