What is the Browns Chicken franchisee acknowledging about the Illinois Gaming Board?
Browns_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee acknowledges that Video Gaming is regulated by the Illinois Video Gaming Act, 230 ILCS 40/1, et seq. ("the Act") and is supervised by the Illinois Gaming Board (the "Board"), as authorized by Section 78 of the Act.
Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that Franchisee's Store is considered a "Licensed Establishment" within the meaning of the Act (Section 25(e)), and that Franchisee must comply with all the requirements imposed on Licensed Establishments under the Act and the Board's Adopted Rules and Policies.
Franchisee agrees that Franchisee is responsible for retaining its own legal counsel in connection with the Video Gaming activities at Franchisee's Store, and Franchisee is not relying on the legal, business, or operational advice or guidance from Franchisor in connection with Video Gaming.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Browns Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee acknowledges that video gaming is regulated by the Illinois Video Gaming Act and supervised by the Illinois Gaming Board. This acknowledgement is part of Rider G, which outlines the terms and conditions under which Browns Chicken consents to a franchisee offering video gaming at their store.
Furthermore, the franchisee acknowledges that their store is considered a "Licensed Establishment" under the Act and must comply with all requirements imposed on such establishments by the Act and the Gaming Board's rules and policies. The franchisee also agrees that they are responsible for retaining their own legal counsel regarding video gaming activities and are not relying on Browns Chicken for legal, business, or operational advice related to video gaming.
This acknowledgement has significant implications for a prospective Browns Chicken franchisee. If they choose to offer video gaming, they must understand and comply with all applicable laws and regulations, secure the necessary licenses, and bear the responsibility for any legal issues arising from these activities. Browns Chicken is not liable for issues arising from video gaming activities.