Does the provision regarding waivers and disclaimers in connection with the Browns Chicken franchise relationship supersede other terms in documents executed in connection with the franchise?

According to the 2025 Browns Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees in Illinois, a specific provision addresses waivers and disclaimers. This provision ensures that no statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed by a franchisee at the start of the franchise relationship can waive claims under state franchise law, including fraud, or disclaim reliance on statements made by Browns Chicken or its representatives.

Specifically, the Browns Chicken FDD states that this provision supersedes any other term in any document executed in connection with the franchise. This means that if there are conflicting terms in other agreements, the provision protecting the franchisee's rights regarding waivers and disclaimers will take precedence. This is particularly relevant for franchisees in Illinois, as it reinforces the protections afforded by the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act.

This addendum aims to protect franchisees by preventing them from inadvertently waiving their rights or disclaiming reliance on statements made by the franchisor. Prospective Browns Chicken franchisees in Illinois should carefully review this addendum and understand its implications, especially in relation to other documents they may be asked to sign during the franchise process. This ensures that their rights under Illinois law are fully protected throughout their franchise relationship with Browns Chicken.