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How to Exit a Franchise Agreement in the Philippines: Termination and Buy-Out
Exiting a franchise agreement in the Philippines means honoring the contract's exit clauses, settling post-termination duties, and protecting licensed marks.
Franchise Agreement in the Philippines: What the Contract Must Cover
A franchise agreement in the Philippines sets the rules for using a brand and system. Learn the key terms, IP licences, and corporate rules involved.
Philippine Franchise International Expansion: Master Franchise and Export Rules
Philippine franchise international expansion involves a master franchise agreement, IP licensing rules, and BSP foreign exchange registration for inbound royalties.
Key Clauses in a Philippine Franchise Agreement: What to Review Before Signing
Understand the key clauses in a Philippine franchise agreement, from IP licensing to dispute resolution, and the laws that govern them.
Franchise Termination in the Philippines: Grounds, Notice, and Remedies
Franchise termination in the Philippines usually turns on the franchise agreement, the Intellectual Property Code, and the Revised Corporation Code. Learn the rules.
Franchisee Rights in the Philippines: What the Law and Contract Protect
Understand franchisee rights in the Philippines — how the Consumer Act, IP Code, and your franchise agreement protect you, and what to check before signing.
Master Franchise Agreement Philippines: How Master Franchising Works
A master franchise agreement in the Philippines lets a master franchisee sub-franchise a brand within a territory. Learn how it works and what Philippine law requires.
Interpreting Termination Clauses in Franchise Agreements: Makati Water v. Agua Vida
When does a franchise agreement "terminate"? The Supreme Court rules on whether expiration counts as termination under non-compete clauses.
Casino Franchise Agreements: PAGCOR Obligations and Investment Protection
Supreme Court guidance on casino franchise agreements, PAGCOR's licensing powers, and the limits of court intervention in administrative disputes.
Upholding Franchise Agreements: The Limits of Certiorari in Challenging Final Judgments
When can a party challenge a final judgment through certiorari? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of Rule 65 petitions in franchise disputes.
Taxing Power Showdown: How Franchise Agreements Interact With Local Taxes in the Philippines
Supreme Court ruling on whether "in lieu of all taxes" clauses in franchises exempt broadcasters from local franchise taxes.
Piercing the Corporate Veil: When Parent Companies Can Be Held Liable for Franchise Agreements
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when courts may disregard corporate fiction and hold companies liable for obligations of related entities.
Royalty Payments After Franchise Expiration: When the Assigned Right Ceases
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on whether royalty fees continue after the underlying franchise agreement expires and the assigned right ceases to exist.