As of the date of this Beverly Anns Cookie FDD, what is the effective date status in Wisconsin?
Beverly_Anns_Cookie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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The Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law, Chapter 135 of the Wisconsin Statutes supersedes any provision of the Franchise Agreement if such provision is in conflict with that law. The Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement and the Supplemental Agreements are amended accordingly.
No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment 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
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 57–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beverly Anns Cookie Franchise Disclosure Document, the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law supersedes any conflicting provision in the franchise agreement. The FDD, Franchise Agreement, and Supplemental Agreements are amended accordingly for Wisconsin franchisees. This means that if any part of the standard Beverly Anns Cookie franchise agreement clashes with Wisconsin's specific regulations for dealerships (Chapter 135 of the Wisconsin Statutes), the state law takes precedence.
This is a protective measure for franchisees in Wisconsin, ensuring they receive the full benefits and rights as outlined by Wisconsin law, regardless of what the standard franchise agreement might state. It prevents Beverly Anns Cookie from enforcing terms that are less favorable or in violation of Wisconsin's dealership laws.
Furthermore, any statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed by a franchisee at the start of their franchise relationship cannot waive claims protected under Wisconsin's franchise law. This ensures that franchisees cannot inadvertently give up their legal rights through standard paperwork. This protection is common in states with franchise-specific laws, as it aims to balance the power dynamic between franchisors and franchisees, preventing potential overreach by the franchisor.