Franchising Legal Guides (31 found)

Written by Lynne D Shelton
When you, the Franchisor, retain Shelton & Power to review or write your operation manuals for your franchisees, you will receive a full review of your existing documents first, followed by a full comprehensive strategy meeting with upper level managers and trainers.
Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
When we talk with business owners, they usually want to know what the annual economic outlook is. Well even though the United States economy is reported to be “in the toilet”, the franchising world is booming. Some reports indicate that the increase will be well over 100% growth.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
Many blue-collar workers and professionals alike are taking their savings plans and investing them into themselves. So which franchise system should you invest in? The decision to purchase a franchise is the easy part, but it requires several steps of self-identifying indepths decisions.
Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Kevin Brendan Murphy
© 1982-2009, Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - all rights reserved. Franchising can be a sensible way to achieve rapid, profitable growth without giving up any control or ownership, going from a single location to a dozen in a couple years, or a hundred in ten years is well-documented.
Posted 15 days ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Kevin Brendan Murphy
The key with any Franchise Disclosure Document is to realize a critical fact. When it comes to franchise contracts, you don’t get what you deserve or even what’s fair – you only get what you negotiate. Copyright 1990-2009, Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
Posted 7 days ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Kevin Brendan Murphy
Most franchise companies that elect not to provide Item 19 financial performance information used to say “the franchise laws don’t allow me to give you this information.” That statement was and is patently false. The information is this Guide is copyright 2009, Kevin B. Murphy B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
To ensure that our franchisors have the best opportunity to become one of the best businesses in their field and make the most of their hard work, we are happy to publish this helpful guide. Although nothing can replace a full strategy session with a franchise attorney, we hope this will shed light.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
At Shelton & Power, LLC we are constantly asked whether we think a system can become a brand. Whether a business is franchisable depends on many issues. Below is our Top 10 checklist to determine whether your business could become a franchise system.
Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
At Shelton & Power, we are commonly asked about what to avoid in entering into a franchise. Below are the 4 biggest mistakes that Franchisees make. However, they all revolve around time. So remember, do not rush, take the time to ensure you are making a solid business decision.
Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lynne D Shelton
When we talk with business owners, many times they have questions regarding what they should be evaluating and thinking about when they are planning on franchising. This article is designed to focus the business owner on whether they can or should franchise.
Posted about 1 month ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
Business contracts cover a wide range of business dealings and constitute an agreement between two parties to exchange services or goods of value.
4 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Contracts / Agreements. Jurisdiction: Federal