Hawaii requires FDD registration with the DCCA before selling any franchise in the state. Here’s what franchisors and franchisee buyers need to know about Hawaii franchise law.
California provides the strongest franchise buyer protections in the US. Here’s what the CFRA gives you, what non-competes can and can’t do in California, and how to use these rights.
Franchisors selling in California must register with the DFPI under the CFIL. Here’s the step-by-step process, addendum requirements, renewal deadlines, and compliance pitfalls.
California requires FDD registration with the DFPI before selling any franchise. Learn the statute, timeline, fees, addendum requirements, and franchisee protections under California law.
The 14 franchise registration states require franchisors to register their FDD before selling. Learn which states, what’s required, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
In a franchise dispute with your franchisor? Here’s how mediation, arbitration, and litigation work in franchise cases, and how to protect your position from day one.
Item 19 of the FDD shows you what franchisees actually earn. Learn how to read it, what it doesn’t tell you, and what questions to ask before you invest.
Selling or transferring your franchise requires franchisor approval, transfer fees, and meeting legal requirements. Here’s exactly how the process works and what it costs.
Your franchise agreement is expiring. Here’s what your renewal rights are, what franchisors can change at renewal, and what you should try to negotiate before you sign again.
Your franchisor sent a termination notice. Here’s exactly what to do first, what your legal rights are, and when wrongful termination gives you a claim.