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Franchise Provisions to Avoid in San Diego

Franchise Provisions to Avoid in San Diego Are you thinking of buying a franchise? We here at San Diego Corporate Law have noticed a strong uptick in franchise companies advertising for new franchisees. Starting up a new business can be exciting and we certainly encourage the entrepreneurial spirit. We [...]

By |2023-11-09T19:15:41-08:00April 13th, 2018|

San Diego Franchise Law: Types of Franchises

San Diego Franchise Law: Types of Franchises Everyone is familiar with franchises. Many of the businesses that we buy from are franchises, including fast food and other restaurants, stores, gas stations, etc. A franchise is a type of business where you, the local "franchisee," pay an annual franchising fee [...]

By |2023-11-10T11:11:25-08:00March 22nd, 2018|

Six Tips for Conducting Due Diligence When Buying a San Diego Franchise

Six Tips for Conducting Due Diligence When Buying a San Diego Franchise Franchising is big business. According to data from the International Franchise Association (IFA), in 2016, there were about 732,800 franchise businesses across the US employing over 7.5 million people and producing an estimated $675 billion in revenue. [...]

By |2023-11-10T11:24:12-08:00March 10th, 2018|

San Diego Business Law: What is the Joint Employer Doctrine?

San Diego Business Law: What is the Joint Employer Doctrine? Let's say you are running a pharmacy in San Diego. Let's call it San Diego's Best Drug Store. Like many businesses, San Diego's Best Drug Store has customers who want over-the-phone, on-demand, and speedy delivery of their products. Many [...]

By |2023-11-10T11:35:41-08:00February 21st, 2018|

Franchise vs. Licensing Agreement: What is the Difference?

Franchise vs. Licensing Agreement: What is the Difference? Most of us are familiar with franchises. Many fast food restaurants and retail stores are franchises. Services can also be franchises, like tax preparation companies. In general, a franchise is a business form where you pay a fee to the franchisors [...]

By |2023-11-09T19:14:40-08:00February 3rd, 2018|

What is New With California Franchise Relations Law?

What is New With California Franchise Relations Law? The relationship between a franchisor and franchisee is governed by the California Franchise Relations Act ("CFRA") codified at Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code, § 20000 et seq. The CFRA covers renewal, nonrenewal and termination of franchises. There have been some recent [...]

By |2023-11-09T18:21:04-08:00December 31st, 2017|

How do I Sell a Franchise in my Business in California?

How do I Sell a Franchise in my Business in California? The California Franchise Investment Law (California Corporations Code Sections 31000 – 31516) (the “Franchise Investment Law”), along with Chapter 3, Subchapter 2.6, Sections 310.000 through 310.505 of the California Code of Regulations govern how franchises are sold in California. [...]

By |2023-11-10T13:49:39-08:00July 4th, 2016|

What Protections Do I Have as a Franchisee in California?

What Protections Do I Have as a Franchisee in California? On October 12, 2015, Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 525 amending the California Franchise Relations Law (“CFRL”). The bill gave franchisees additional rights against termination of their franchises, provides significant remedies for terminations and non-renewals imposed improperly by [...]

By |2023-11-10T13:49:15-08:00July 1st, 2016|

Selling Franchises

Selling Franchises Selling franchises allows a business owner to rapidly expand a business with a proven business model at a fraction of the price of a similar expansion of company owned locations. Franchises are sold in a wide range of industries, so there is more than likely a market [...]

By |2023-11-10T15:18:14-08:00March 30th, 2010|

Buy a Franchise

Buy a Franchise Buying a franchise allows the buyer to start a new business, operated under a proven business model, using a recognized business name already known and trusted by consumers. Franchises are for sale in a wide range of industries, so there is likely to be a franchise [...]

By |2023-11-10T15:17:24-08:00January 30th, 2010|
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