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.
McGrath is a village in on the Kuskokwim River in Alaska, United States. The population was 401 at the 2000 census. Despite its small population, the village is an important transportation and economic hub for the area.