When is a release or waiver of rights valid for a Basecamp Fitness franchise in Washington?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WASHINGTON ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT AND RELATED AGREEMENTS
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 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum modifies the standard franchise agreement for franchisees in Washington. In the event of conflicting laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW, will take precedence.
RCW 19.100.180, also known as the Franchisee Bill of Rights, may supersede specific provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning the franchisee's relationship with Basecamp Fitness, particularly in areas such as termination and renewal. Additionally, court decisions may also override the franchise agreement in matters concerning the franchisee's relationship with the franchisor.
Therefore, any release or waiver of rights within a Basecamp Fitness franchise agreement in Washington is subject to these stipulations. Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law. This means that the enforceability of waivers and releases will be determined by Washington law, potentially providing more protection to the franchisee than the standard agreement might otherwise allow.