Franchising law involves helping new business owners evaluate franchising opportunities, and assist in the purchase and operation of business franchises -- an alternative to starting a new, independent business from scratch. Franchising allows businesses owners to reduce their investment risk by associating with an established company, but may also require business owners to relinquish significant control over their business.
Andalusia is a city in Covington County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 8,794. According to the 2007 U.S. Census estimates, the city had a population of 8,705. The city is the county seat of Covington County. It is also the home of the World Domino Tournament.