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.
Gainesville is a census-designated place (CDP) in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. The population was 4,381 in the 2000 census and 28,662 in the 2009 estimate.