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Amazing experience
After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
First class service
I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
Amazing experience
After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
First class service
I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
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01 overview
Franchise disputes happen when the franchisee or franchisor thinks the other has broken the franchise agreement.
At Lawhive, our network of specialist corporate lawyers can help you assess if your franchise dispute claim is valid, advise on your rights, and assist in working to resolve the problem, either through negotiations or litigation.
Contact us today to speak to our Legal Assessment Specialists for a free quote for the services of a specialist lawyer.
Franchise operations are complex business organisms with many moving parts, which can break down when not well attended to.
Some of the most common causes include:
Franchise disputes can be tricky and costly to sort out. Often, just talking can solve the problem. But sometimes, there's no easy fix. If that happens, you might consider leaving the franchise agreement. However, it's important to seek advice to understand if and when you can do this as per the agreement.
If there's a breach of your franchise agreement, it's important to keep records and consider issuing a breach notice.
For minor breaches, you might be able to find a solution to keep the agreement going. Or, if a franchisor fails to meet obligations like providing training or support, the agreement can usually be terminated by mutual agreement.
In some cases, either party may have the right to terminate the agreement if there's a breach.
Seeking legal advice early on can help you understand your options taking into account the situation and the terms of the agreement.
There are usually no clauses allowing franchisees to end the agreement early, but an agreement might have termination clauses.
In some cases, the franchisee might need to pay a fee or the franchisor might buy the business.
If a franchisee wants to end the contract early, it's usually due to a breach of contract. Or, if a franchisee goes out of business, it technically ends the agreement, but the franchisor can claim expected revenue.
The easiest way to avoid a dispute is by drafting a carefully worded franchise agreement, to prevent unnecessary and time-consuming litigation.
By including the following in a franchise agreement, you can prevent or easily manage most disputes:
Alternative dispute resolution is typically the easiest and most cost-effective way to resolve a franchise dispute.
When a relationship is severely damaged, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) may not work. In such cases, if both parties can't agree, they might need to go to court. However, court should be a last resort, as it can be costly and time-consuming for both franchisors and franchisees.
If you decide to back out of the franchise agreement after paying the franchisor, you can get a full refund within 14 days as per the cooling-off period.
Yes, franchisors can usually end a franchise agreement without the franchisee's agreement. This can leave franchisees with financial losses, like owing money on loans or leases.
At Lawhive, our corporate solicitors can advise you on your options in the event of a franchise dispute. They can also support alternative dispute resolution, which is often faster and more cost-effective than going to court, or help build your case and represent you should litigation become necessary.
To discuss your situation and get a fixed-fee quote, book a free call with our legal assessment specialists.
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