Fundamentals of Franchising

Bys: Fittante, Joseph J., Jr. and Ronald K. Gardner

Book Overview

Franchising is experiencing explosive growth in the U.S. and abroad, triggering more legal transactions and queries about this multi-faceted area of law. Written specifically to help lawyers and non-lawyers brush up on franchise law, this respected publication - now in its fourth edition - is charged with useful definitions, practical tips, and expert advice from experienced franchise law practitioners. Covering the basics of franchise law in one, easy-to-read volume, this practical guide examines franchise law from a wide-range of experiences and viewpoints. Each chapter is written by two experienced practitioners and provides a well-rounded overview of franchise law. Key franchise law topics covered include: - Trademark law - Structuring the franchise relationship - Disclosure issues - Registration - Franchise relationship laws - Antitrust law - International franchising - Counseling franchisees In addition to covering the legal fundamentals, this resource also includes time-saving appendices on state franchise and business opportunity statutes; franchise relationship law citations and popular names; types of franchise relationship laws; statutory examples of good cause for termination; procedural requirements for termination and nonrenewal; and examples of other unlawful practices.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1634252829
• ISBN13: 9781634252829
• Release Date: December 2016
• Publisher: American Bar Association
• Length: 479 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.0" x 9.9"