In the event of a conflict of laws, which law prevails for Beem Light Sauna franchises?
Beem_Light_Sauna Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 71–230)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beem Light Sauna Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum addresses conflict of laws. For franchises located or operated in Washington, or if the franchisee is a resident of Washington, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW, will take precedence in the event of any conflict of laws.
This means that if there is a disagreement between what is written in the franchise agreement and what is stated in the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, the state law will be followed. This ensures that Beem Light Sauna franchisees in Washington receive the protections afforded to them under state law.
Additionally, the FDD notes that RCW 19.100.180, which is part of the Franchise Investment Protection Act, may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning the franchisee's relationship with Beem Light Sauna, particularly in areas of termination and renewal. Court decisions may also override the franchise agreement. Franchisees should be aware that franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.