Independent businesses exist all throughout Florida. These entities are unique and are generally stand-alone businesses that are run by individuals, partners, or groups. The owners may have multiple locations for their businesses, but as long as they own each...
Dealership termination
Dealership termination occurs when either the franchiser or dealership want to terminate their contract, resulting in closure of the dealership. There are a variety of reasons why either party may want to close the dealership. For example, a franchise may want to shut...
Ensure a chosen property will meet a business’s needs
It can be hard to find the right property for a Florida business. Past posts on this blog have discussed the challenges individuals may face when they confront zoning and land use problems; issues can also arise when prospective lessees run into trouble in the...
Protecting franchisees’ interests in business disputes
The relationship between a franchisor and franchisee is governed by an agreement between the parties. When Florida automobile dealers wish to open their own franchise, they may work with auto makers or other entities to set the parameters for what they may do and how...
Issues to address in a commercial real estate lease
Not every Florida business is able to or interested in buying the physical space where it will operate. For some, cash flow may prevent them from investing in real property when they are just getting off of the ground, and others may wish to have the ability to move...