Franchising is a powerful growth strategy, but not every business is suited for it. As a franchise lawyer, I often counsel entrepreneurs who are eager to expand their brand through franchising

Canadian franchisors operating in, or contemplating expansion into, the United States should be paying close attention to the status of the American Franchise Act (the “AFA”), a bipartisan bill currently before the U.S Congress.

Franchise disclosure is one of those topics every franchisor thinks they understand, until they realize the rules aren’t quite as black and white as they seem

When Canadian franchisors prepare to expand into the United States, they often focus on the obvious first steps: trademarks, an FDD, and a U.S. franchise agreement

In today’s dynamic economic climate—characterized by shifting interest rates, changing consumer spending patterns, and heightened buyer diligence—franchisee transfers and resales have become increasingly common

In this article, Gregory M. Prekupec and Rutendo Muchinguri explore the critical intersection between trademarks and franchise law, and why getting it right from the outset is essential to building a successful and compliant franchise system in Canada

If you’re a Canadian franchisor with U.S. operations, keeping your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) up to date is essential for legal compliance and smooth business growth

Canadian franchisors eyeing the U.S. market expansion ask a seemingly simple question: how long will this take?

The Saskatchewan Franchise Disclosure Act and regulations: scope and timing Saskatchewan’s Franchise Disclosure Act received Royal Assent on May 8, 2024…

As a franchise lawyer, I have witnessed firsthand the opportunities and pitfalls that come with scaling a franchise system

In franchising, as in any business, the one constant is change. From the time an initial disclosure is made to the execution of a franchise agreement, circumstances can shift in ways that impact a franchisor’s disclosure obligations