Acquisitions and Franchise Interest
It will not have escaped anyone's attention, certainly in the last year it can only be concluded that the Dutch economy is once again on the rise.
How far does the bank’s duty of care extend?
Some time ago the question was raised in case law what the position of the bank is in the triangular relationship franchisor – bank – franchisee.
Use of the internet and social media: court expands options for franchisees
In principle, the franchisee may not be prohibited from having its own website in order to also or even exclusively sell its products or services via the Internet.
Need thorough research for a sound prognosis?
Is a thorough investigation by the franchisor always necessary to arrive at a sound prognosis?
Infringement of franchisee’s exclusivity rights: franchisor liable
Franchise agreements often contain exclusivity provisions that give franchisees exclusive rights
Stone in the pond in forecasting issues
As of July 1, 2016, an important amendment to the law came into force.
Prohibited market/area division in franchise agreements
Franchisees sometimes have more opportunities to break through market/area divisions than they think.
Franchisee, don’t forfeit your rights
Complaining out loud does not seem appropriate in an intensive collaboration such as franchising, let alone a liability claim.
Webshops in franchise relationships
According to data published by Statistics Netherlands in January 2016
Non-compete clause too broad?
Franchisors have usually invested heavily in the development of their formula.