For Bojangles franchisees in Maryland, what law governs claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, according to the addendum?

According to Bojangles' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law governs any claim arising under that law for franchisees in Maryland. This is specified in an addendum to the franchise agreement that addresses specific legal considerations for franchisees operating in Maryland. This clause applies to the Individual Franchise Agreement, the Renewal Franchise Agreement, and the Express Franchise Agreement.

This provision ensures that any legal disputes related to franchise registration and disclosure within Maryland will be subject to Maryland law, regardless of any conflicting choice-of-law provisions in the standard franchise agreement. This protects the franchisee by ensuring that their claims under Maryland franchise law will be interpreted and adjudicated under the laws of Maryland.

For a prospective Bojangles franchisee in Maryland, this means that their rights and obligations under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law are explicitly protected. They can bring lawsuits in Maryland for claims arising under this law. This clause prevents Bojangles from enforcing any provision in the franchise agreement that might attempt to circumvent Maryland's franchise laws, providing an additional layer of legal security for the franchisee.