Which state's laws govern the Beehive Homes Franchise Agreement in Illinois?

According to the 2025 Beehive Homes Franchise Disclosure Document, the laws of Illinois govern the franchise agreement for franchises located in Illinois. Specifically, the Illinois Addendum to the Franchise Disclosure Document states that Illinois law governs the agreements between the parties. This means that any legal disputes or interpretations of the franchise agreement for a Beehive Homes franchise in Illinois will be subject to Illinois state law.

This provision is further reinforced by the Illinois Amendment to the Franchise Agreement, which explicitly states that "Choice of Law and Choice of Forum shall be Illinois. Illinois law governs the Franchise Agreement." This clause ensures that Illinois franchisees are subject to the legal protections and requirements of Illinois state law, which may differ from the laws of other states where Beehive Homes franchises are located.

Additionally, the FDD highlights specific protections afforded to franchisees under the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act. For example, any provision designating jurisdiction and venue outside of Illinois is void, although arbitration may still take place outside the state. The FDD also clarifies that franchisees cannot waive compliance with the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act or any other Illinois law, and they cannot disclaim reliance on statements made by Beehive Homes. These stipulations provide additional legal safeguards for Beehive Homes franchisees operating in Illinois.