What Washington statute might supersede the 1 800 Packouts Franchise Agreement?
1_800_Packouts Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The State of Washington has a statute, RCW 19.100.180, which might supersede this Agreement in your relationship with us, including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise. There may also be court decisions which might supersede this Agreement in your relationship with us, including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, Chapter 19.100 RCW shall prevail.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 67–238)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 1 800 Packouts Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees operating in Washington, the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, specifically RCW 19.100.180, may supersede the franchise agreement. This statute could impact the franchisee's relationship with 1 800 Packouts, particularly in matters of termination and renewal of the franchise.
This means that certain provisions within the 1 800 Packouts franchise agreement may not be enforceable in Washington if they conflict with the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act. Additionally, court decisions in Washington could also supersede the agreement, especially concerning termination and renewal.
The FDD specifies that in any conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, Chapter 19.100 RCW, will take precedence. This ensures that franchisees in Washington receive the protections afforded to them under state law, regardless of what the franchise agreement might otherwise stipulate. Franchisees should be aware of these protections and consult with legal counsel to understand their rights under Washington law.