Closing the door on efforts to create a franchisor duty of competence

Article Abstract:

Case law has generally refused to recognize a duty of care in a franchisor's relationship with its franchisees. Several bills introduced in Congress have attempted to legislate this, but none have become law. There is no need for such a duty and it would be too difficult to specifically define in legislation.

Evaluation, Duty of care (Law)

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"Community of interest": clarity or confusion?

Article Abstract:

Definitions of "franchise" differ across state laws. Many states require a "community of interest" for a business relationship to be considered a franchise, but there is no common meaning for this term. State legislation and case law have produced different interpretations of "community of interest."

Interpretation and construction

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