53-103.14 Franchise or agreement, defined. - Nebraska Statutes

53-103.14. Franchise or agreement, defined.Franchise or agreement,with reference to the relationship between a manufacturer and wholesaler,includes one or more of the following:(1) A commercial relationshipof a definite duration or continuing indefinite duration which is not requiredto be in writing;(2)A relationship by which the wholesaler is granted the right to offer and sellthe manufacturer's brands by the manufacturer;(3) A relationship by which the franchise,as an independent business, constitutes a component of the manufacturer'sdistribution system;(4)A relationship by which the operation of the wholesaler's business is substantiallyassociated with the manufacturer's brand, advertising, or other commercialsymbol designating the manufacturer; and(5) A relationship by which the operation of the wholesaler'sbusiness is substantially reliant on the manufacturer for the continued supplyof beer. SourceLaws 2010, LB861, § 22.