Key Takeaways Effective July 1, 2026, Virginia will require Virginia law to govern franchise agreements for Virginia-based operations. Once effective, the amendments will place new limits on franchisors’ ability to enforce post-term non-compete provisions in franchise agreements in Virginia. The amendments generally prohibit restrictions on a former franchisee's retail activities after termination or expiration, subject to a limited exception for certain franchise sale transactions. In preparation, franchisors should review and update FDDs and franchise agreements now. Otherwise, existing Virginia registrations and disclosure documents may require amendments once the law takes effect. The Virginia General Assembly recently enacted amendments to the Virginia Retail Franchising Act that will affect franchise agreements for franchised businesses operating in Virginia. Effective July 1, 2026, the amendments impose (1) a

We are pleased to present our 2025 Global Franchise & Supply Network Report detailing key legal developments, strategies and insights into the evolving landscape of franchising, licensing, distribution and supply chain management. This report explores various topics, including:  FTC Franchise Rule amendments Noncompete covenants Considerations when merging franchise systems Mediation trends Considerations for Item 18 of the FTC Franchise Rule California’s Franchise Investment Law Recommendations to reduce misclassification, joint employment and vicarious liability risks