The Charges
Failure to pay franchise fees; violation of operational standards; unauthorized business modifications.
Awarded
Termination of franchise agreement; $350,000 in damages; injunctive relief against continued use of trademarks.
2019-03-15
Our franchising practice provides comprehensive legal services to franchisors and franchisees in all aspects of franchise law. We handle franchise development, disclosure compliance, agreement negotiation, and franchise relationship disputes with expertise and industry knowledge.
Our team combines deep understanding of franchise law with practical business experience to help clients navigate the complex franchising landscape. We work to ensure compliance with federal and state franchise regulations while protecting our clients’ business interests.
We understand that franchising relationships are complex and require careful attention to regulatory compliance and contractual obligations. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic thinking to achieve favorable outcomes while preserving valuable business relationships.
Challenge
Franchise relationships involve complex regulatory requirements and ongoing operational obligations. Our client, a franchisor, faced multiple franchisee claims of disclosure violations and operational interference. The challenge was to defend against these claims while maintaining positive relationships with other franchisees in the system.
Our Personal Approach
We take a business-focused approach to franchising law, understanding both the legal requirements and operational realities of franchise systems. Our team includes attorneys with experience in business operations and franchise industry knowledge, providing practical solutions that work in real-world franchise environments. We believe in proactive compliance and clear communication to prevent disputes before they arise. Our goal is to help franchisors build strong franchise systems and assist franchisees in achieving success within those systems. We work closely with business consultants and industry experts to provide comprehensive guidance.
Franchise Law
Our franchise law practice encompasses all aspects of franchising including development, disclosure, sales, and relationship management. We represent both franchisors and franchisees in agreement negotiation, compliance matters, and disputes. Our attorneys have extensive experience with FTC Franchise Rule compliance, state registration requirements, and franchise relationship issues. We provide both preventive counseling and dispute resolution services to help clients maximize the benefits of franchising while minimizing risks.