Most aspiring franchisees nowadays sign franchise agreements without fully understanding the long-term obligations. This leaves them exposed to risks that could harm their business and finances. To be safe, one needs the help of a franchise attorney, such as Mario L. Herman, to offer them experienced legal guidance that will help them navigate the complex franchise arrangements. The attorney has represented clients from more than 150 different systems, including McDonald's and Domino's.Answering a query, the company spokesperson said, "In addition to the federal laws that the Federal Trade Commission implements, many states in the US have their own franchise laws. Usually, the registration statutes mandate franchisors to file their FDDs with a state agency and obtain approval before they can legally offer or sell any franchises in the state."
With over 33 years of experience, helping franchisees throughout the US and abroad, Mario L. Herman is well-versed in the intricacies of franchise law. This is because, within that period, he has studied franchise documents from hundreds of different franchise businesses across various business industries. Thus, clients can count on the franchise agreement attorney to be adept at spotting hidden clauses in an already prepared franchise agreement that could affect their clients' profitability, such as restrictions on territory, supply agreements, or mandatory fees. In addition to reviewing, the attorney also assists clients in drafting proper franchise documents from scratch.
The company spokesperson added, "This complex and diverse regulatory environment underscores the necessity for one to maintain professional legal representation to ensure that all state-specific requirements are met and delays and legal entanglements are avoided. Thus, a proper legal structuring is not only a compliance problem, but also a strategic advantage in safeguarding the brand and fostering a transparent, trusting, and ultimately successful relationship with future franchise partners."
Since franchise law is the primary focus of the attorney's practice, Mario L. Herman is always up-to-date on changes and developments that occur in the franchise industry as compared to a general practitioner. In addition to handling issues related to franchise agreements, the attorney also represents clients in franchise arbitration involving disputes regarding non-compete agreements, future royalties, trademark violations, territorial encroachment, and false earnings claims. Mr. Herman is also experienced with dispute issues involving the Federal Trade Commission, which include fraud and other deceptive business practices. For those who may feel their agreement has been dishonored, consider reaching out to the attorney for assistance.
About Mario L. Herman
Mario L. Herman is a franchise attorney who provides legal counsel and representation in a wide range of areas, including buying and selling franchises. His clients are current and future franchise owners in various industries, including the hotel industry, printing industry, postal communication, healthcare and wellness industry, domestic services, real estate, and more. Due to his excellence in legal counsel, he has been featured in interviews by the Wall Street Journal, as well as local news and radio programs in the U.S.