Are Exhibit J (Compliance Questionnaire) to the Franchise Disclosure Document and Section 18.5 (Acknowledgements in Certain States) of the Franchise Agreement included in their entirety for Body20 franchises in Hawaii?

According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit J (Compliance Questionnaire) to the Franchise Disclosure Document and Section 18.5 (Acknowledgements in Certain States) of the Franchise Agreement are deleted in their entirety for franchisees in Hawaii. This means that Body20 franchisees in Hawaii will not be required to complete the Compliance Questionnaire, and Section 18.5 of the Franchise Agreement will not apply to them.

This deletion is likely due to specific franchise laws in Hawaii that may conflict with the standard provisions in Exhibit J and Section 18.5. These sections typically involve acknowledgements and waivers related to the franchisee's understanding of the franchise agreement and reliance on representations made by the franchisor. Some states, like Hawaii, have laws that protect franchisees from inadvertently waiving their rights or disclaiming reliance on the franchisor's statements.

For a prospective Body20 franchisee in Hawaii, this means that certain standard documents and clauses related to acknowledgements and compliance will not be part of their franchise agreement. This could offer additional protection under Hawaii's franchise laws, as they will not be bound by certain waivers or disclaimers that might otherwise be included. Franchisees should still carefully review all documents and seek legal advice to fully understand their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement and applicable state laws.