On wanting to leave your franchisor

Nick,

Several of my fellow franchisees have been terminated and many other franchisees are afraid this will happen to them. We all feel that we have been a victim of a scam by the franchisor. Everyone feels the franchisor needs to be exposed but we are afraid because of the financial obligations we have. This particular franchisor will continue to do this until someone exposes them for the frauds that they are. Is there any organization that will investigate this matter without giving your life savings to them or risking your franchise to termination?

Pat

Pat, If you want serious help, I suggest the first thing you do is contact an attorney associated with the American Bar Association's Forum on Franchising. There you will find expert advice on how to go about handling your complaint either individually or in a group format if you have enough fellow franchisees to join with you. If you are unable to find your way to this group of attorneys, let me know and I will help you make that connection. Don't allow yourself to be bullied.

Best regards,

Nick