Column Franchise+ – “Legal Franchise Statistics 2018”
The Legal Franchise Statistics have been compiled for 10 years by Ludwig & Van Dam attorneys on the basis of all published judgments of judges. This study includes all figures and trends up to and including 2017 and a number of interesting trends can be deduced.

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Franchise Councils and Franchisee Associations: A Balancing
Nowadays it is good practice to consult between the franchisor and the franchisees
Proven formula for success – a sequel
Unfortunately, in recent months it has become increasingly common for franchisees to run into problems as a result of
Extension under “the then applicable conditions”
Many franchise agreements contain a clause regarding renewal of the franchise agreement
Franchise agreement or employment contract?
“Franchise Agreement” is not a legal term. The law sees a franchise agreement as an ordinary agreement.
The bankruptcy of a franchisor: end of the franchisee’s right of action?
Although fortunately sporadic in itself, it does happen that franchise organizations go bankrupt.
Statutory commercial interest in the franchise relationship
In daily practice, payment arrears often give rise to legal disputes.