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.
Litchfield is a city in Hillsdale County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,458 at the 2000 census. Litchfield Township surrounds the city, but the two are autonomous municipalities.