I would like to see a sample trademark license agreement that avoids being a franchise (in MI)

Your question is a loaded one. There is plenty of litigation currently in the "I wan to to avoid being a franchise" arena. A trademark, an MO,...

Check the Franchise Agreement for provisions governing transfer. Overlaying the agreement is the contract of good faith and fair dealing,...

It is your equity in the business that is at stake. The franchisor is interested in seeing your purchaser succeed. If he/she is strapped with too...

Licence vs. Franchise

You need an attorney who is knowledgeable about both franchise and license law. Many so-called "licensors" are actually disguised franchisors who...

I am interested in legal help when I buy a franchise.

You are correct that the FDD's vary greatly in length and complexity. Obviously, the longer and more complex the FDD, the more attorney time it...

Need a attorney who is a expert in FDUTPA in the Orlando area and knows business and franchise laws please recommend or reply

I have two arbitrations going on now in Florida under FDUTPA. I have had experience with the statute for over 25 years. I represent franchisees...

There are two distinct issues here -- venue (CA v. IL) and arbitration v. litigation. I feel confident that you can apply IL statutory law...

What did your Father's Franchise Agreement say about assigning the Agreement? You should have been given the right to run the store as your...

Are franchises required to list disputes that were resolved through arbitration in their FDD?

Worrying about retaliation from a franchisor is always a consideration. However, I have found generally if you stand up for your rights, a...

I am trying to find a list of all Franchise Attorneys in the US (all cities).

There are also ohter Internet sites for attorney such as Martindale-Hubbell and yellowpages.com that could be used a reference. Good luck. MLH