International Franchise Arbitration Lawyer in Washington, D.C.

If your franchise agreement has been terminated because your franchisor violated franchise law or dishonored the original franchise agreement, you may have a cause of action. If the corporation has misrepresented its claims against you, you may have been defrauded. Only competent legal counsel can help you protect your rights.

I am international franchise arbitration attorney Mario L. Herman. I have more than 25 years of franchising experience and am I highly skilled in arbitration, mediation and litigation. Contact me if you are involved in a business dispute and need help protecting your rights under a franchise agreement.

What is Franchise Arbitration?

Typically, a franchise agreement calls for arbitration in the event of a franchise agreement dispute. Franchise arbitration has become a major alternative dispute resolution method to traditional franchise litigation. It is now a well-recognized aspect of franchise law for the resolution of contract issues.

During the arbitration process, an appointed arbitrator (usually a third-party attorney) will listen to both sides of the dispute. He or she will then play the role of the judge and issue a legally binding decision.

Most franchisors don't want to be caught up in the courts of a foreign market; they have the tendency to prefer their own legal system where the court recognizes the judgment and moves on. Arbitration allows franchisees to settle their matters quickly and outside of the public eye. In addition, franchise dispute arbitration is usually less costly than traditional court.

Protecting Your Rights in Disputes

The Federal Trade Commission prohibits unfair competition methods and unfair trade practices or deceptive acts in violation of the Federal Trade Commission Act. Torts in violation may involve business fraud or disparagement. If you are involved in a dispute regarding these or other matters, I can help. As an experienced franchise attorney, I will help ensure the protection of your rights and your franchising interests.

Contact Mario L. Herman

If you are a foreign-based franchisee currently in a franchise relationship and you are facing problems with a U.S. franchisor, contact me, Mario L. Herman, to handle your franchise arbitration matter.