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Franchisor Obligations for Communication with Franchisees: Lessons from Sec New Line Pty Ltd v Muffin Break Pty Ltd

Withholding information whilst negotiating agreements can amount to misleading and deceptive conduct. However, the recent Supreme Court decision in Sec New Line Pty Ltd v Muffin Break Pty Ltd provides important guidance on when silence will become deceptive, specifically in the context of lease and franchising renewals.

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