Supermarket chains are still struggling with Franchise law
The new franchise law has been in effect since early 2021. The law should give franchisors, including those from the supermarket sector, more grip in negotiations with the head office. What has that political decision brought retailers so far? Distrifood Magazine asks franchise lawyer Alex Dolphijn.
Ludwig & Van Dam lawyers, franchise legal advice.
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Silent extension
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Abuse of bankruptcy law
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Transfer of the Franchisor’s Business: A Follow-up
In previous contributions in this section, aspects of the transfer of the company have already been discussed
Market and market share
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The hardness of a non-competition clause in bankruptcy
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