In the event of a conflict of laws, which laws will prevail for a Basecamp Fitness franchise?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
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- Conflict of Laws. In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW will prevail.
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- Franchisee Bill of Rights. RCW 19.100.180 may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor, including in the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
There may also be court decisions that supersede the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor.
Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER, AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 51–55)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum to the Development Agreement addresses conflict of laws. Specifically, if there is a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW, will take precedence. This addendum applies if the offer to sell the franchise is accepted in Washington, the purchaser is a Washington resident, or the franchised business will be located or operated in Washington.
This means that if a Basecamp Fitness franchisee operates in Washington, certain protections under Washington state law will override the standard terms of the franchise agreement. This is particularly relevant for franchisees in Washington because the state's Franchise Investment Protection Act is designed to protect franchisees from unfair practices by franchisors. Franchisees should be aware of these protections and how they might affect their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement.
Furthermore, the FDD notes that RCW 19.100.180, also known as the Franchisee Bill of Rights, may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning the franchisee's relationship with Basecamp Fitness. This includes areas such as termination and renewal of the franchise. Additionally, court decisions may also supersede the franchise agreement or related agreements. Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.