Under what law is the Bambu agreement interpreted, excluding trademark law?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Otherwise, except to the extent governed by the United States Trademark Act of 1946 (Lanham Act, 15 U.S.C.
Sections 1051 et seq.) or applicable International trademark law, this Agreement shall be interpreted under the laws of the State of Colorado U.S.A. and any dispute between the parties shall be governed by and determined in accordance with the internal substantive laws, and not the laws of conflict, of the State of Colorado U.S.A., which laws shall prevail in the event of any conflict of law.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties agree that the Colorado Consumer Protection Act (COLO.
REV.
STAT.
ANN.
Sections 6-1-101, et seq.) shall not apply to this Agreement or any disputes between the parties.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 52–209)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, excluding aspects governed by the United States Trademark Act of 1946 (Lanham Act) or applicable international trademark law, is interpreted under the laws of the State of Colorado. This means that in most legal disputes arising from the franchise agreement, Colorado law will be applied.
Specifically, any dispute between Bambu and the franchisee will be governed by and determined in accordance with the internal substantive laws, and not the laws of conflict, of the State of Colorado. This ensures that Colorado law prevails even if there are conflicts with the laws of other states.
However, the Colorado Consumer Protection Act will not apply to the franchise agreement or any disputes between the parties. This exclusion might limit the franchisee's ability to pursue certain consumer protection claims against Bambu under Colorado law. Franchisees should be aware of this and consult with legal counsel to understand their rights and obligations under the agreement.