M Civ JI 112.02 Franchise - Definition

When I use the term “franchise,” I mean a contract or agreement, either express or implied, whether oral or written, between two or more persons to which all of the following apply:

(a) A franchisee is granted the right to engage in the business of offering, selling, or distributing goods or services under a marketing plan or system prescribed in substantial part by a franchisor.

(b) A franchisee is granted the right to engage in the business of offering, selling, or distributing goods or services substantially associated with the franchisor's trademark, service mark, trade name, logotype, advertising, or other commercial symbol designating the franchisor or its affiliate.

(c) The franchisee is required to pay, directly or indirectly, a franchise fee.

Comment

MCL 445.1502(3)(a)-(c).

History

Added July 2017.