If you're running a profitable franchise overseas, is that success guaranteed to transfer in the UK? more»

What happens when your franchisor enters administration? Is your franchise agreement automatically terminated? more»

If your franchisor is not fulfilling its obligations to you as a franchisee, you may be looking for a way out. But what rights do you really have? more»

If your franchise agreement is terminated for a breach of contract, is there anything to stop you launching a rival business??Grid Law founder David Walker explains to one ex-franchisee the restrictions that may be in place. more»

Drawing his five-part franchising series to a close, Grid Law founder David Walker reveals what franchisors need to know about protecting their business through every stage of the franchise journey, from successful branding to terminating agreements. more»

Franchising offers some really exciting opportunities for anyone wanting to grow their business. If you?re ambitious, have a strong brand and a business system you can replicate, it?s definitely something to consider. more»

Move over Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, dog sitting network Barking Mad Dog Care have been?celebrating with their own wedding festivities. more»

Continuing his latest Business Advice series, Grid Law founder David Walker discusses the pros and cons of buying a franchise when starting out in business. more»

Business Advice legal expert David Walker responds to a concerned reader who paid a significant sum to enter a partnership with a new franchisor but, after doubting the legitimacy of the company, declined to sign the franchise agreement put on the table. more»

Despite being one of the first people to bring sandwich chain Subway to the UK, Josh Thompson was in need of a new challenge ??so set up his own cold brew coffee brand. more»