If you follow the advertisement rules from a franchisor, can they still charge you for not making the minimum sales?

The answer to your question will be governed by the terms of your franchise contract. Generally speaking, a franchisor would view a contractual...

I agree with my colleague; you should consult with a California attorney about this. Generally speaking, franchisors will take the position that...

Do I have a lawsuit against my franchisor ?

I agree with Mary and Stan. The answer to your question likely can't be given on this forum; it will depend on an analysis of your contract, the...

I agree with my colleagues. It's not possible to answer this question without more information. The California Franchise Investment Law contains...

Can a franchisor based in California sell to an Oregon resident legally without being registered in California?

I agree that California law provides an express exemption for California-based franchisors to offer a franchise to out-of-state franchisee, but it...

As I understand it, the rules of this forum prevent us from answering your question directly. Most franchise attorneys that you will find on Avvo...

When you have both franchisor and sub franchisor in the FDD do you need audited financials from both?

I agree with Ms. Clapp. The answer is yes because you are a franchisor, as well. If you are in your first full or partial year of offering...

I agree with Ms. Clapp. It's unlikely that you have to sign a new franchise agreement EVERY year, as most franchise agreement terms are for more...

Can a franchisor use CPA unaudited financials in the fdd?

I agree with Ms. Clapp and Ms. Lanard. There is an exception to the general rule that a franchisor must use audited financials in its FDD, but...

That is a complicated question that can't be answered on these facts alone. The answer will depend on what you mean by "retiring," and the...