When Is a Franchisor Allowed to Terminate a Franchise? Why

question 47

Essay

When is a franchisor allowed to terminate a franchise? Why are termination-at-will clauses generally held to be void?

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Definitions:

Senate Tie

A situation where there is an equal number of votes for and against a measure in the U.S. Senate, often broken by the vote of the Vice President.

Twenty-Fifth Amendment

An amendment to the U.S. Constitution that provides procedures for dealing with presidential disability and succession.

Presidential Vacancies

Situations where the office of the President becomes temporarily unoccupied due to death, resignation, or removal.

Inherent Powers

Powers that are not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are deemed necessary for the federal government to effectively fulfill its duties.