Discussing his legal background, current practice & primarily the report from a parliamentary inquiry regarding greater protection for franchisees and the need for more severe penalties to be applied for misconduct.

 Australia is thriving with over 1,300 franchise businesses in a range of industries, earning over $181 billion dollars in revenue and continually growing. However more problems have arisen recently as either the franchisee has not been advised correctly or the franchisor is not fulfilling their obligations. 

Robert shares his advice for franchisees to have the best chance in winning a dispute against a franchisor. Including referring  to initial advice and documentation, the franchisor’s fulfilment of obligation & the Franchising Code of Conduct & Mediation

Discussing his legal background, current practice &amp; primarily the report from a parliamentary inquiry regarding greater protection for franchisees and the need for more severe penalties to be applied for misconduct.
&nbsp;Australia is thriving with over 1,300 franchise businesses in a range of industries, earning over $181 billion dollars in revenue and continually growing. However more problems have arisen recently as either the franchisee has not been advised correctly or the franchisor is not fulfilling their obligations.&nbsp;
Robert shares his advice for franchisees to have the best chance in winning a dispute against a franchisor. Including referring &nbsp;to initial advice and documentation, the franchisor&rsquo;s fulfilment of obligation &amp; the Franchising Code of Conduct &amp; Mediation

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