If I apply for a business license in San Diego, do I have exclusive rights to that name, assuming that no one already has it?

As my other colleagues note, there are many issues that need to be addressed in addition to what you described. Rights to a mark ((name) are...

Am I entitled to my franchise? Or can I seek monetary damages?

Many additional facts are necessary, as well as a review of the relevant documents, before any attorney can begin to give you meaningful advice....

Can a waiver of rights to sue be challenged in court due to coercion by franchisors representatives?

I agree with my other colleagues. I only add that as a practical matter, for coercion/duress to work you need to prove something like a gun being...

I am looking for a franchise attorney in the area. Any suggestions.

I agree with my colleagues and only add the following. These days, with email, live internet conferencing, etc. geographic proximity is usually not...

I agree with my colleague. You need to review the disclosures in Item 8 of your FDD. You should have a franchise attorney take a look as well....

Can a non-physician own and operate medical care franchise?

It is difficult to answer this question without seeing how things are structured. In many franchises that require a special license - home repair...

If you are a small home-based business that becomes a vendor in a large franchised grocery store, should you retain a lawyer?

My colleagues have all pointed out the need to consult with experienced counsel before signing any contract. Without reviewing the proposed...

Just in conversation, I know a person that works for a franchise, convenience store,

This is something the franchisor needs to know. Most likely, they will investigate the actions taken by their franchise owner and take...

How can I get good, affordable, representation for my franchisor FDD purposeful misrepresentation case?

I agree with my colleague. These types of cases can be difficult to win and are very fact and document specific. Before you get worn down, consult...

In a franchise disclosure, which takes precedence, the main body or exhibit if there is a conflict or one is more restrictive?

I agree with my colleague's detailed answer. The disclosure in the FDD is inconsistent with the actual provision in the contract. Normally the...