8 Stages of the Franchise Litigation Process [Infographic]

Franchise disputes can involve a wide range of contentious areas such as contract terms, franchise fees, territory rights, contract termination and enforcement, non-compliance, inadequate disclosure, operational requirements and much more. These kinds of disagreements often proceed to a formal claim if informal negotiations are unsuccessful.

A franchise litigation lawyer  will review your franchise agreement and any communications, financial records and all other documentation relevant to your franchise contract to identify legal issues and potential remedies.

The exact course of the dispute will likely be influenced by such things as whether mandatory mediation or arbitration is outlined in your contract and what laws govern it and the conflict. If you find yourself involved in franchise litigation, familiarize yourself with how disputes are typically handled. The infographic below outlines eight stages that may form part of the franchise litigation process.