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Lathrop GPM

Citing California Franchise Relations Act, California Federal Court Rejects Franchisor’s Attempt to Dismiss Case

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A federal court in California recently denied a franchisor’s motion to dismiss litigation, holding that a franchise agreement provision requiring the parties to mediate in Texas prior to instituting litigation or arbitration...more

Lewitt Hackman

Franchisee 101: Great Lakes Forum Selection Dispute

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A federal appellate court declined to enforce a choice-of-forum clause finding enforcement would conflict with Michigan’s Franchise Investment Law (“MFIL”). Lakeside Surfaces, Inc., a maker of stone countertops, sued...more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Evict Like a Jerk and Suffer the Consequences

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As the pandemic shows little signs of abating, and many sectors of the economy continue to struggle, the relationship between commercial landlords and tenants may be strained. Commercial landlords may no longer be willing...more

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