In Maryland, can a 7 Brew franchisee disclaim reliance on statements made by the franchisor or its representatives in connection with the franchise relationship?

According to the 2025 7 Brew Franchise Disclosure Document, Maryland franchisees are protected from waiving claims or disclaiming reliance on franchisor statements. Specifically, any statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgement signed by a 7 Brew franchisee in connection with starting the franchise cannot waive claims under applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement.

Furthermore, Maryland franchisees cannot disclaim reliance on any statement made by 7 Brew, any franchise seller, or anyone acting on 7 Brew's behalf. This protection is explicitly stated to override any other conflicting terms in any document executed related to the franchise agreement. This ensures that franchisees in Maryland retain their legal rights and recourse based on representations made to them.

This provision is particularly important for prospective franchisees as it prevents 7 Brew from enforcing clauses that might limit the franchisee's ability to claim they were misled or provided false information during the franchise sales process. This offers a layer of security and legal protection to franchisees operating in Maryland, ensuring they can hold 7 Brew accountable for their representations.