What section of the Best Brains Franchise Agreement is deleted by the Maryland Addendum?

According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Maryland Addendum modifies the standard franchise agreement for franchisees operating in Maryland. Specifically, Section 22 of the Franchise Agreement, titled "Acknowledgments," is deleted in its entirety. This means that any provisions or clauses contained within Section 22 of the standard agreement will not apply to Best Brains franchisees in Maryland.

This deletion likely aims to protect the rights of franchisees under Maryland's franchise laws. By removing the "Acknowledgments" section, the addendum prevents Best Brains from enforcing any acknowledgments that could potentially waive a franchisee's rights or claims under Maryland's franchise regulations. This ensures that franchisees in Maryland retain their legal protections and recourse options.

Prospective Best Brains franchisees in Maryland should carefully review the Maryland Addendum and understand how it modifies the standard franchise agreement. They should also consult with a legal professional to fully understand their rights and obligations under Maryland franchise law. This addendum reflects an effort to comply with state-specific franchise regulations, which vary considerably and often provide additional protections to franchisees.