Franchise businesses can come with advantages when associated with an established brand or a company with exclusive rights to products or intellectual property. These businesses can also face additional legal complexity as owners navigate the controls that are put in place by the franchisor.

Many restrictions and requirements are focused on the good of all franchises, preventing one franchise owner from tarnishing the name of the brand and damaging the reputation of other franchise owners by association. Requirements can also be in place to provide for common pooling of money for the purpose of getting lower insurance rates or promoting the brand. Some restrictions are in place to protect the profit of the parent company, and these often can be against the interest of the franchise owners.

We are able to help franchise owners navigate the additional restrictions of owning a franchise, as well as comply with restrictions to meet goals. When a dispute exists, we are often able to negotiate the dispute without the need for litigation. However, when litigation is necessary, we also handle lawsuits between franchisors and franchisees.

If you have a franchise issue that you wish to discuss with us, please call 770-863-8355 to schedule a meeting with one of our attorneys to discuss your legal options.