Is it legal for a franchisor to take 100% of a franchise's income to pay a debt owed to them?

My colleagues are correct; you need to see counsel now. A thought or two; you seem to admit that there was a monetary obligation to the franchisor....

Both the FTC and the state of California require that a franchisor provide you with the most current FDD. The FDD will provide information in 23...

Franchisor did not provide Operating Manual. Can I sue my franchisor for my business loss?

First, you need to determine the franchisor's obligation to provide an operating manual.You will find this in Item 11 of the FDD the franchisor...

What are some alternatives to franchising a business and the pros and cons of those alternatives?

Do not be misled by labels. The old "duck" test will control. If the business arrangement has the 3 basic franchise elements, it will be a...

The previous response is correct, based on the few facts presented. However, you will be in a better position if the restriction on the franchisor...

Can I sue franchiser and franchisee for franchiser's breach of contract ?

Without anything remotely resembling facts, no one will be able to point you in the right direction.

Mr. Murphy has given you excellent advice. I would add that certain states have anti-discrimination laws that do not allow different treatment for...

I am intrested in franchising. need help in not making a bad investment.

First and foremost, you need to obtain experienced and competent professional advice from a lawyer who has a background in franchise law. While a...

I am newly single and restoring my credit. I am looking into opening a local fitness franchise what do I do next?

Mr. Murphy gives you excellent advice. If possible, try to obtain FDDs from competitors of the franchise system you have selected so you can...

I have an LLC that I have not used but now wish to change activity from Real Estate to a franchise. How do I do this?

The best advice is to amalgamate the responses of my three colleagues and proceed from that point. As with most situations, the documents will...