Fundamentals of Franchising, Fourth Edition

Do you know everything you need to know about franchise law? Fundamentals of Franchising, Fourth Edition, is charged with useful definitions, practical tips, and expert advice from experienced practitioners. Written to help lawyers and nonlawyers alike, this practical guide examines franchise law from a wide range of practice specialties and viewpoints. Each chapter is written by experienced practitioners whose cumulative knowledge provides you with a well-rounded overview of franchise law and alerts you to issues that may require further research or expertise. This proven practice guide will help strengthen your understanding of key issues in franchise law, including: Trademark law Structuring the franchise relationship Franchise disclosure issues Franchise registration Franchise relationship laws Antitrust law International franchising Representing franchisees This edition also covers disclosure requirements under the revised FTC Franchise Rule, provides a state-by-state summary of franchise and business opportunity registration and disclosure statutes, and summarizes state procedural requirements for termination or nonrenewal.