The long awaited dispute resolution provisions under the Franchising Code of Conduct (the Franchising Code) came into force on 2 June 2021.
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Franchising Code Amendments - Dispute Resolution
Topics: Featured For Franchisors For Franchisees
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Trademarking a Business Name
So you've started your business, registered a business name and secured your website domain.
Have you protected your brand or business name?
Registration of a business name, or the purchase of a domain name, does not stop other people from using that name. To protect your business name and any logo or representation that you are using, you need to register a trade mark.
Topics: For Franchisors Branding
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Not Renewing a Franchise Agreement
A right of renewal in a franchise agreement is a right which gives you the option to "renew" the franchise agreement at the end of the term. [What is a franchise agreement?].
Not all franchise agreements contain a right of renewal.
Even if your franchise agreement contains a right of renewal you may not want to renew the franchise agreement.
Topics: For Franchisors For Franchisees
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Can I Franchise My Business - Growth Strategy
Topics: Featured For Franchisors Franchise My Business
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Can I Franchise my Business? - Financial Considerations
April 21, 2021
Updated November 21, 2024
In Part 1 of our series "Can I Franchise my Business?" I covered crucial factors such as branding, consistent business systems and maintaining uniformity.
Topics: Featured For Franchisors Franchise My Business
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Can I Franchise My Business? - Branding
April 21, 2021
Updated November 19, 2024
As a franchise lawyer, I see many people who are interested in using franchising as a growth strategy for their business. When discussing whether franchising is the right growth strategy for a business, one of the first topics I talk about is branding.
In this article, in addition to branding, I'll cover a number of initial factors that should be considered when assessing the possibility of franchising your business.
But first, I examine what franchising involves and how it can facilitate the growth of your business.
Topics: Featured For Franchisors Franchise My Business
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Unfair Contract Terms in Franchising
A recent court enforceable undertaking given to the ACCC by Back in Motion Physiotherapy Pty Ltd (Back in Motion) has served as a reminder to ensure that franchise agreements do not contain unfair contract terms.
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors For Franchisees
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Franchising Key Facts Sheet
From 1 April 2025 under the new Franchising Code, the Key Facts Sheet is no longer required to be provided to a prospective franchisee.
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors
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Response to the Fairness in Franchising Report
The Federal Government released its response to the Fairness in Franchising Report on 20 August 2020.
Topics: For Franchisors
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Building a Successful Franchise Business
April 12, 2021
If you are considering franchising your business or you are already a franchisor, we have set out some important considerations to building a successful franchise business.
