How is the limitation of claims for Bb.Q Chicken franchises amended in North Dakota?
Bb_Q_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The provisions of Section 19 of the Franchise Agreement and Section 19 of the Multi-Unit Operator Agreement which require a franchisee to consent to a limitation of claims are hereby amended to state that the statute of limitations under North Dakota law applies.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–283)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bb.Q Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchises in North Dakota, the standard limitation of claims provision is amended. Instead of the limitations outlined in the standard franchise agreement, the statute of limitations under North Dakota law will apply.
This means that the time frame within which a Bb.Q Chicken franchisee in North Dakota can bring a legal claim against the franchisor will be determined by North Dakota's laws, rather than any potentially shorter period specified in the franchise agreement. This could be beneficial to the franchisee, as it may provide a longer period to discover and pursue a claim.
Prospective Bb.Q Chicken franchisees in North Dakota should consult with a legal professional to fully understand the implications of North Dakota's statute of limitations and how it compares to the standard limitations typically found in franchise agreements. This will help them assess their rights and potential legal recourse under the franchise agreement.