Is California's 'Good Faith' Franchise Legislation Necessary or Meaningful?

A bill introduced in California's General Assembly and referred to that body's Judiciary Committee on June 10 could provide some increased leverage and protections to existing franchisees, but it may come at a cost to franchising as a method of expanding brands and providing opportunities.

14 minute read June 26, 2013 at 09:50 AM
By
David L. Cahn
Is California's 'Good Faith' Franchise Legislation Necessary or Meaningful?

On May 28, the California Senate passed S.B. 610, which is an amendment to California's Franchise Relations Act (the “CFRA”). The bill has been introduced in California's General Assembly and was referred to that body's Judiciary Committee on June 10.

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