April 15, 2008

Guide to Franchising Published, Third Edition

Introduction to Franchising, a guide to understanding the legal and business basics of franchising, has been released in its third edition. Originally authored by Briggs and Morgan franchise attorney Andrew C. Selden in 1998, the guide is a collaborative effort between Briggs and Morgan and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

This latest edition of Introduction to Franchising was co-authored by Selden, Robin Caneff Gipson and Amanda B. Parker, and has been updated to reflect recent changes to franchising rules. Topics include how -- and why -- to spot a franchise in a business arrangement, why companies might choose franchising as a method of growth, due diligence considerations in buying a franchise, and public regulation of franchising.

To view a PDF of Introduction to Franchising, click here. The guide is also available complimentary in hard copy format or CD-ROM. Please  for more information.