What is the address for the Illinois Attorney General to contact regarding Beard Papas franchises?
Beard_Papas Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Amendments to the Beard Papa's Franchise Disclosure Document
DISCLOSURE REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF ILLINOIS
Illinois law governs the Franchise Agreement.
In conformance with Section 4 of the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act, any provision in a franchise agreement that designates jurisdiction and venue in a forum outside of the State of Illinois is void. However, a franchise agreement may provide for arbitration to take place outside of Illinois.
Franchisee's rights upon Termination and Non-Renewal are set forth in Sections 19 and 20 of the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act.
In conformance with Section 41 of the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act, any condition, stipulation or provision purporting to bind any person acquiring any franchise to waive compliance with the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act or any other law of Illinois is void.
No statement, questionnaire or acknowledgement signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of: (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 58–275)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Beard Papas Franchise Disclosure Document includes amendments specific to Illinois, but it does not provide the address or contact information for the Illinois Attorney General. The document does mention that Illinois law governs the Franchise Agreement and addresses specific provisions related to jurisdiction, venue, termination, and non-renewal rights as per the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act.
While the FDD highlights certain legal protections for franchisees in Illinois, such as the invalidation of franchise agreement provisions that designate jurisdiction and venue outside of Illinois, it does not specify how to contact the Attorney General's office for inquiries or complaints. Instead, the document focuses on amendments to the franchise and development agreements to comply with Illinois law.
Therefore, a prospective Beard Papas franchisee in Illinois should independently obtain the contact information for the Illinois Attorney General's office, possibly through an online search or by contacting the Illinois state government directly. This information would be useful for addressing any concerns or questions related to franchise law in Illinois.