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A franchisor may delay or prevent the sale of your franchise. It may not be necessary to consider a refusal as a hard “no.” In some states, there are provisions that may help you to sell your...

Have you invested your hard-earned money in a franchise only to discover the business doesn’t match what was promised?  You’re not alone.  At Luther Lanard, we have seen countless...

Whether you’re reviewing a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) before signing, buying or selling an existing franchise, or facing disputes with your franchisor, understanding the Florida...

As franchise law specialists at Luther Lanard, we’ve guided hundreds of franchisees through successful business sales. This comprehensive guide explores the essential elements you need to...

  Luther Lanard, PC is proud to announce that Doug Luther, Partner at the firm, will be speaking at the 2025 International Franchise Association (IFA) Legal Symposium, taking place May 5–6 in...

When someone invests in a franchise business that is retail, what is the significance of the commercial lease to their business? Isn’t the commercial lease purely boilerplate and the only...

A commercial lease can have a significant impact on the performance of a franchised business. Among other things, commercial lease costs, restrictions on the tenant’s business, and the rights...

Overview of the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) as Applied to Franchising Franchisees and prospective franchisees that are located within the State of Florida may wonder what...

Franchisors typically reserve the right to make modifications to their system on an ongoing basis, with which franchisees must comply at their expense.  However, when it comes to remodeling or...

In order to promote transparency in the ever-expanding world of franchise sales, California is considering new disclosure requirements for third-party sellers of franchise businesses. Franchise...