A contract granting a franchisee the right to operate a business using the franchisor's brand, systems, and support in exchange for fees and compliance with standards. Maryland's employee-friendly legal climate creates specific considerations for FA drafting and enforcement.
Analyze Your FA Free →Maryland prohibits non-competes for employees earning under $15/hour or $31,200 annually.
Maryland HB 1200 (2019) banned non-competes for low-wage workers and required clarity in remaining agreements.
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