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Defining a Franchisor and Franchisee in Simple Terms

Defining a Franchisor and Franchisee in Simple Terms

by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | May 20, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law

🔹 Franchisor = The Original Brand Owner 🍔 🍟 The franchisor creates the business model, brand, and system (e.g., McDonald’s, Subway, or a boutique fitness studio) The franchisor will grant the rights to others (franchisees) to operate under their business’s name. The...
What Is a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) – and Why It Matters for Your Franchise Investment

What Is a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) – and Why It Matters for Your Franchise Investment

by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | May 16, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law

Are you are a franchisee in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, or Georgia? Click here to speak with a legal expert. 🔍 What Is a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)? The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is a legally required disclosure that franchisors must...
🍑 Georgia Franchise Q&A: Top 10 Questions for Aspiring Franchisees

🍑 Georgia Franchise Q&A: Top 10 Questions for Aspiring Franchisees

by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | May 6, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law

Congratulations! You’re either franchising in Georgia, or considering taking this important step. To ensure business compliance, partner with the experts at LPJ Legal, who specialize in franchise law in Georgia, Washington D.C. Maryland, and Virginia.  New to LPJ...
🦀 Maryland Franchise Q&A: Top 10 Questions for Aspiring Franchisees

🦀 Maryland Franchise Q&A: Top 10 Questions for Aspiring Franchisees

by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | May 2, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law

Congratulations! You’re either franchising in Maryland, or considering taking this important step. To ensure business compliance, partnering with the experts at LPJ Legal, who specialize in franchise law in Georgia, Washington D.C. Maryland, and Virginia.  New to LPJ...
10 Common Questions (and Straightforward Answers) About Franchise Registration in Virginia

10 Common Questions (and Straightforward Answers) About Franchise Registration in Virginia

by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Apr 26, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law

Thinking about franchising your business in Virginia? Well you’re not alone — expanding into the Commonwealth is a strategic move for growth. But before you sell your first franchise, it’s important to understand Virginia’s franchise registration requirements. Yes,...
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