Are there any restrictions on statute of limitations periods for claims under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act related to an Aerus franchise?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- **5.
Statute of Limitations and Waiver of Jury Trial.** Provisions contained in the franchise agreement or related agreements that unreasonably restrict or limit the statute of limitations period for claims under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, or rights or remedies under the Act such as a right to a jury trial, may not be enforceable.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 74–305)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, provisions in the franchise agreement or related documents that unreasonably restrict or limit the statute of limitations period for claims under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act may not be enforceable. This also applies to rights or remedies under the Act, such as the right to a jury trial.
In essence, this means that Aerus franchisees in Washington are afforded certain protections under state law regarding the time frame they have to bring claims related to violations of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act. The franchise agreement cannot unduly shorten this period or limit other legal remedies available to the franchisee under that Act.
This provision aims to protect franchisees from being forced to waive their rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act due to restrictive clauses in the franchise agreement. Prospective Aerus franchisees should be aware of these protections and consult with an attorney to understand their rights under Washington law.