Keller Williams vs. Former Franchisees: What the Injunction Really Means (Franchise Lawyer Explains) скачать в хорошем качестве

Keller Williams vs. Former Franchisees: What the Injunction Really Means (Franchise Lawyer Explains)

Last week, a judge granted an injunction in the Keller Williams case involving former franchisees who moved to Royal LePage. Since then, we’ve had a flood of questions at Real Estate Magazine — and most of them came down to one thing: What does this actually mean right now, and what happens next? To get clear answers, I spoke with Jennifer Dolman, Partner (Disputes) at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Jennifer is not involved in the case, but she’s reviewed the decision and brings deep experience in injunctions, interim non-competes, and how franchise disputes typically play out in Ontario courts. In this interview, we cover: ✅ What the injunction means for the defendants today ✅ Why things may be effectively “on hold” pending appeal / stay motions ✅ How long disputes like this can take (and why trials can take years) ✅ The difference between interim vs post-term non-competes ✅ What risks franchisees take when trying to exit mid-term ✅ How courts treat verbal assurances vs what’s written in the agreement ✅ Whether this case could become meaningful precedent in franchise law ✅ Why most cases never go to trial — and what outcomes are realistic 📌 Related story (full context): https://realestatemagazine.ca/judge-g... ⸻ About Jennifer Dolman (Osler) Jennifer Dolman is a Partner in the Disputes practice at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Jennifer has been practicing commercial litigation for over 35 years, and her practice focuses primarily on assisting Canadian and international franchisors, from a wide variety of industries. About Osler’s Franchise Group With more than 50 years of experience involving more than 500 franchise systems, Osler’s Franchise Group advises North American and international brands of all sizes in almost every product and service category. To learn more: Franchise - Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP ⸻ Important: This interview is for information only and does not provide legal advice. If you are dealing with a franchise dispute, consult your own legal counsel.