Franchising & Distribution Law Blog

The Missouri legislature is again considering modifying the definition of a "franchise" under Missouri law. Specifically, with regard to alcohol wholesalers and suppliers, the modification would eliminate the requirement of a trade name, trademark, or service mark and a community of interest to be a franchise under Missouri law. The current bills follow the same attempt to amend Missouri law in 2012. The bills are Missouri Senate Bill 365 and Missouri House Bill 759.

For more information about the proposed bills, contact a member of Greensfelder's Franchise & Distribution Group.