What sections of the Afuri Ramen Dumpling Franchise Agreement (FA) address modification of the agreement?

According to the 2024 Afuri Ramen Dumpling Franchise Disclosure Document, the modification of the agreement is addressed in FA Sections 5.5 and 9.7. While Afuri Ramen Dumpling may modify the Operations Manual, any changes to the Franchise Agreement itself require a signed written agreement from both parties, meaning the franchisor and the franchisee.

This stipulation is important for prospective franchisees because it ensures that the core contractual terms cannot be unilaterally altered by Afuri Ramen Dumpling after the agreement is signed. Any modifications to the Franchise Agreement must be mutually agreed upon and documented in writing.

Additionally, FA Sections 5.1, 5.5, & 9.7 contain an integration/merger clause stating that only the terms of the Franchise Agreement and Operations Manual are binding, subject to state law. This means that any promises or representations made outside of these documents and the Franchise Disclosure Document may not be enforceable. However, the Franchise Agreement does not disclaim the representations made in the Franchise Disclosure Document.