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Franchise Law – 23 Items of the Franchise Disclosure Document (Part 1 of 2)
Franchise & Business Litigation Attorney by David Gurnick 818.907.3285 Since 1979, any company wishing to offer and sell franchises in the United States has been required to prepare and present a written disclosure document to prospective
Before You Buy a Franchise | Franchise Information for the Uninitiated
State Bar Certified Specialist, Franchise & Distribution Law by Tal Grinblat 818.907.3284 When you buy a franchise, you buy more than just the right to sell certain services and/or products. You buy name recognition, a
Franchise Law Claims: Time Limits
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