What is the name of the Washington state statute that may supersede the Amerispec Inspection Services Franchise Agreement?
Amerispec_Inspection_Services Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The state of Washington has a statute, RCW 19.100.180 which may supersede the Franchise Agreement in your relationship with the Company, including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
There may also be court decisions which may supersede the Franchise Agreement in your relationship with the Company, including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 47–172)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amerispec Inspection Services' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchises sold in Washington state, the statute RCW 19.100.180 may supersede the Franchise Agreement. This statute could affect the franchisee's relationship with Amerispec Inspection Services, particularly in areas concerning the termination and renewal of the franchise agreement.
Additionally, court decisions in Washington may also supersede the Franchise Agreement, especially regarding termination and renewal. This means that certain provisions in the franchise agreement might not be enforceable if they conflict with Washington state law or court rulings.
Furthermore, in cases of 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 are protected by the state's franchise laws, even if the franchise agreement specifies otherwise. Franchisees should be aware of these state-specific provisions as they navigate their franchise agreement with Amerispec Inspection Services.