In the Browns Chicken franchise agreement addendum, what is the purpose of the addendum?
Browns_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ADDENDUM TO BROWN'S CHICKEN, LLC FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FOR THE STATE OF ILLINOIS
| This Addendum to the Franchise Agreement is agreed to this day of , 20, between Brown's Chicken, LLC ("Franchisor") and | |
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| ("Franchisee") to amend the Franchise Agreement dated , 20, by adding the following provisions: | |
| 1. | Illinois law governs the agreements between the parties to this franchise. |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 43–202)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Browns Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, the purpose of the addendum to the franchise agreement for the State of Illinois is to ensure compliance with Illinois state laws. The addendum clarifies that Illinois law governs the agreements between Browns Chicken and the franchisee.
Specifically, the addendum addresses provisions within the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act. It states that any part of the franchise agreement that designates jurisdiction or venue outside of Illinois is void, although arbitration outside of Illinois is permitted. The addendum also ensures that franchisees cannot waive compliance with the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act or any other Illinois law.
Furthermore, the addendum outlines the franchisee's rights upon termination and non-renewal as defined in the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act. It also prevents any statements or acknowledgments from waiving claims under state franchise law, including fraud, or disclaiming reliance on statements made by Browns Chicken. This addendum is designed to protect the franchisee's rights and ensure the franchise agreement adheres to Illinois state regulations.