FTC Franchise Rule: Federal regulation (16 CFR Part 436) requiring franchisors to provide Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD) and mandating specific disclosures before selling a franchise
Lanham Act: Federal trademark law protecting intellectual property rights and governing trademark licensing aspects of franchising
Sherman Antitrust Act and Clayton Act: Federal antitrust laws regulating competition, pricing, and territory restrictions in franchise agreements
Federal Trade Secrets Act: Federal law protecting proprietary manufacturing processes and trade secrets within the franchise system
State Franchise Registration Laws: State-specific regulations requiring additional registration and disclosures, with 'registration states' having stricter requirements
State Business Opportunity Laws: State-level regulations that may apply depending on the structure of the franchise arrangement
State Relationship Laws: State-specific laws governing termination, renewal, and transfer of franchises
OSHA Regulations: Occupational Safety and Health Act requirements governing workplace safety in manufacturing operations
EPA Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency regulations ensuring environmental compliance in manufacturing processes
CPSC Regulations: Consumer Product Safety Commission standards governing product safety requirements
FDA Regulations: Food and Drug Administration regulations applicable to manufacturing of regulated products
State and Local Licensing: Various state and local licensing requirements for manufacturing and franchise operations
Labor Laws: Federal and state labor laws governing employment relationships, wages, and working conditions
Quality Control Standards: Industry-specific quality control requirements and standards for manufacturing operations
