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Consequences of a faulty Franchise Disclosure Document

By Ben Hanuka   The franchise dream v. the legal reality  Franchising is often presented as a path to rapid business growth without the capital intensity of opening corporate locations. On paper, the model looks promising – less overhead, more reach. But beneath the surface, the risks are significant, and the pitfalls are many.  For franchisors,...

Ben Hanuka Principal of Law Works PC (Ontario), Ben Hanuka PC (Alberta) and Law Works LC (British Columbia)

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Balancing fairness and complexity in franchise arbitration

By: Ben Hanuka Franchise disputes often involve complex relationships and differing levels of experience, financial resources or business and legal expertise between the parties and their counsel....

Ben Hanuka Principal of Law Works PC (Ontario), Ben Hanuka PC (Alberta) and Law Works LC (British Columbia)

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Choosing arbitration in franchise disputes: A guide for lawyers representing franchisees

By: Ben Hanuka Edited by: Rebecca Colley Franchise disputes are often complex, highlighting the disparity in sophistication and financial resources between franchisees and franchisors. When the franchise...

Ben Hanuka Principal of Law Works PC (Ontario), Ben Hanuka PC (Alberta) and Law Works LC (British Columbia)

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From generic to strategic: Tailoring your franchise agreement to protect growth and reduce risk

By: Ben Hanuka  Edited by: Rebecca Colley  Introduction  For growing franchisors, evolving risks often extend beyond the scope of initial franchise agreements. Many original agreements rely on...

Ben Hanuka Principal of Law Works PC (Ontario), Ben Hanuka PC (Alberta) and Law Works LC (British Columbia)

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Navigating high-stakes franchise renewal disputes: A guide for franchise parties and their lawyers

By: Ben Hanuka  Edited by: Rebecca Colley  Introduction  Franchise agreement renewals can pose complex legal challenges, whether you are a franchisor navigating operational changes or a lawyer...

Ben Hanuka Principal of Law Works PC (Ontario), Ben Hanuka PC (Alberta) and Law Works LC (British Columbia)