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.
Ethel is a town on Highway 12 in east Lewis County, Washington, U.S.. It is near to Salkum. Ethel has a post office, and is serviced by Lewis County Fire District 8 (Salkum).