Case Studies in Franchising – Venue Selections
As I discussed in a recent article, it is a challenge to overcome venue selection terms in franchise agreements. Yet, the following recently issued decision illustrates just how such a […]
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FRANCHISE FACTS – LONG DISTANCE ARBITRATION CLAUSES
FRANCHISEES: ARBITRATION FORUM SELECTION CLAUSES ARE PROBABLY ENFORCEABLE As Franchise Agreements (FAs) usually contain terms requiring the Franchisee to resolve disputes with the Franchisor through arbitration in a foreign state […]
RIP — RESPA HUD-1
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home this year, be aware that the Federal government has implemented long awaited consumer-focused regulations, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank […]
CONSIDER A FRANCHISE CONSULTANT
Scenario: You, the franchisee, are in a jam. The franchisor promised support, which you desperately need because you have little experience in this particular franchise industry, or in business at […]
THE FRANCHISOR’S DILEMMA: TO CONTROL OR NOT TO CONTROL?
How Much Control? Next to the importance of branding, a key ingredient to the development of a successful franchise is the crafting and implementation of an effective “system.” By system, […]
What is Attorney Review All About?
A Contract A majority of residential transactions start with the buyer and seller signing a form contract prepared by a real estate brokerage. Some brokerages use their own approved form, […]
From house to home – a paralegal’s advice for first time home buyers
By Susan Meacham, paralegal. October 2014. “We’re so excited – we just signed the contract for our first house……” We know how to help first time home buyers face the […]