What effect does the Angry Chickz addendum have on statements, questionnaires, or acknowledgments signed by a franchisee regarding claims under state franchise law?

According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, several addenda address the effect of franchisee-signed documents on state franchise law claims. Specifically, for franchisees in Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Virginia, and North Dakota, an addendum clarifies that no statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed by a franchisee in connection with starting the franchise can waive claims under applicable state franchise law. This includes claims related to fraud in the inducement or disclaiming reliance on statements made by Angry Chickz or its representatives.

This provision is designed to protect franchisees by ensuring they cannot inadvertently give up their legal rights under state franchise laws through standard documents signed when beginning the franchise relationship. The addendum explicitly states that this provision supersedes any other conflicting terms in any document executed in connection with the franchise, reinforcing its importance.

For a prospective Angry Chickz franchisee, this means that any pre-printed statements or acknowledgments they sign will not prevent them from pursuing legal claims related to franchise law, such as claims of misleading information or fraudulent inducement. This protection applies specifically to state franchise laws and is a significant safeguard for franchisees entering into the agreement. Franchisees should still carefully review all documents and seek legal advice to fully understand their rights and obligations, but this addendum provides an additional layer of security against unintentional waiver of legal claims.