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.
Ruther Glen is an unincorporated community in Caroline County, Virginia, located near the intersection of Interstate 95 and Virginia State Highway 207, at 37°56′19.6152″N 77°28′17.2776″W / 37.938782°N 77.471466°W / 37.938782; -77.471466 (37.938782, -77.471466). It is approximately 30 miles north of Richmond. Mattaponi Springs golf course is located in the community. Politician Julian M. Quarles was born near the community.