Legal Question in Business Law in California

Can a Franchisee business owner who runs a store that is "independently owned and operated" decide to start charging a 50 cent transaction fee on credit card purchases?


Asked on 7/01/10, 8:25 am

5 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

I don't know, but Congress just passed a law allowing merchants to give cash discounts, so your beef with the store over 50 cents is moot.

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Answered on 7/01/10, 11:35 am
Joshua Hale Hale Law Group

Moreover, they may be allowed to charge, it would depend on their contract with the franchise.

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Answered on 7/01/10, 11:40 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Check your franchise agreement, it is the 'law' on your arrangement.

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Answered on 7/01/10, 11:54 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

The law doesn't forbid such charges. The owner's contract with the franchisor might or might not.

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Answered on 7/01/10, 12:52 pm
Kevin B. Murphy Franchise Foundations, APC

Any franchise attorney will say to check your franchise agreement AND operations manual. These are the controlling documents that govern the franchise relationship. Consult with a franchise attorney in your area for specifics.

Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

Franchise Attorney

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Answered on 7/05/10, 8:21 am


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