Dady & Gardner, P.A. Partners listed in Who’s Who Legal’s Thought Leaders in 2024 We are thrilled to share the exceptional news that seven partners at Dady & Gardner, P.A., have been selected to Who’s Who Legal in the Franchising sector for 2024. This...
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Dady & Gardner, P.A. Partner Ronald K. Gardner, Jr. recognized by Who’s Who Legal’s “Global Elite” Thought Leader in 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Ronald K. Gardner, Jr., a distinguished member of Dady & Gardner, P.A., has been honored as one of the 12 Who’s Who Legal “Global Elite" Thought Leaders in the Franchising sector by Who’s Who Legal for the year 2024. This...
Dady & Gardner Partner Andrew Malzahn Prevails in an Argument before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
Dady & Gardner Partner Andrew Malzahn recently prevailed in an argument before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit in a noncompete dispute involving a former franchisee operating a pizzeria following the expiration of the franchise agreement....
On what grounds can a franchise agreement be terminated?
The relationship between a franchisor and a franchisee is, in many ways, similar to a marriage. It is meant to be founded on honesty, trust, and accountability. And just like marriage, it is not uncommon for a franchisor and a franchisee to have their differences. If...
2 mistakes to avoid when buying a franchise
Sometimes prospective entrepreneurs prefer franchising a business to starting one from scratch. There various reasons for this, for instance, the idea of investing in an already established brand with a proven business model that you can easily replicate and succeed...
Potential benefits of buying more franchise units
Franchising offers noteworthy benefits to both the franchisor and the franchisee. If you want to start a company under an established business name, using its products, knowledge and branding, consider this option. You may start with one location, but after gaining...
The Giant Has Awoken: Franchisors in FTC’s Crosshairs
In his April 2023, Franchising column in the New York Law Journal, Dady and Gardner, P.A. attorney, Ronald Gardner, analyzes the FTC Rule and reflects on his predictions on how the consequences of franchisor behavior would result in relationship and control changes...
Does someone need industry experience to buy a franchise?
It's common for people to assume that those who start, manage or own a business in a particular industry will likely feel passionate about that specific focus. For example, those who start a bookstore may have had a lifelong obsession with literature or science...
3 reasons some franchisees fail
Franchising has significant benefits, including operating under a brand already recognized, business assistance (training and knowledge) from the franchisor, easy access to suppliers, and many more. Further, franchises have a high success rate. However, some fail,...
4 key elements of a Franchise Disclosure Document
Contracts are crucial when you run a business. As a franchisee, one of the most crucial will be your Franchise Disclosure Document. It covers 23 specific elements. Here are some of the most essential areas they cover: Who are you getting into business with? You need...