How many business days after deposit with a commercial overnight courier is a written notice considered delivered to an Aw franchisee?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 19.10 Notices. .All written notices and reports permitted or required to be delivered by the provisions of this Agreement or of the Operations Manual will be deemed to be delivered at the time delivered by hand, one (1) business day after deposit within commercial overnight courier or three (3) business days after placement in the U.S.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 39–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a written notice is considered delivered one business day after being deposited with a commercial overnight courier. This applies to any written notices or reports required to be delivered under the Franchise Agreement or the Operations Manual.
This means that if Aw needs to send an official communication to a franchisee, using a commercial overnight courier service ensures a quick and documented delivery. For example, if Aw sends a notice via FedEx or UPS, it will be deemed delivered the next business day. This is faster than using registered or certified U.S. Mail, which takes three business days for the notice to be considered delivered.
It is important for prospective Aw franchisees to understand this clause, as it sets the timeline for official communications. Franchisees should ensure they have a reliable system for receiving and processing notices sent via overnight courier to avoid missing important deadlines or information. This quick turnaround underscores the importance of regularly checking for deliveries and promptly addressing any received notices to maintain compliance with the franchise agreement.