by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Apr 18, 2025 | Business Law, Franchise Law
Whether you’re launching your first franchise or expanding an existing brand, operating a Washington D.C. franchise comes with its own set of legal considerations. 🔍 Franchisors, what state are you in? If you are considering a Washington D.C. franchise, or a...
by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Mar 28, 2025 | Announcements, Community
March 28, 2025 Washington, D.C. – March 28, 2025 – LPJ Legal is proud to announce that Victoria Clark has been named a Counsel at the firm. With a distinguished career spanning litigation, government service, and political law, Victoria brings a wealth of experience....
by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Mar 28, 2025 | Business Law, Community
A franchise is defined as an agreement granting the right to sell or distribute goods and services using a proprietary system and brand in exchange for a franchise fee. Maryland’s franchise laws, outlined in Md. Code, Bus. Reg. Law §14-201, have established the legal...
by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Mar 20, 2025 | Business Law, Community
A business structure refers to the legal framework that determines how a company is organized, operated, and taxed. It defines the ownership setup, the level of liability for owners, how profits and losses are distributed, and the regulations a business must follow....
by Lucrecia P. Johnson, Esq. LL.M. | Mar 14, 2025 | Business Law, Community
Learn how to foreign qualify and obtain a certificate of good standing. Congratulations! Your business is expanding beyond your home state. Whether that looks like hiring full-time employees across state lines, engaging customers at a storefront, or purchasing a small...
