What Washington law may supersede the Brueggers Bagels franchise agreement regarding termination and renewal?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
RCW 19.100.180 may supersede the franchise agreement in your relationship with the franchisor including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
There may also be court decisions which may supersede the franchise agreement in your relationship with the franchisor including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 61–335)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brueggers Bagels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees operating in Washington state, the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, specifically Wash. Rev. Code §§ 19.100.180, may supersede the franchise agreement. This means that the stipulations within the franchise agreement regarding the termination and renewal of the franchise may be subject to the provisions of this Washington state law. Additionally, court decisions in Washington could also potentially override aspects of the franchise agreement related to termination and renewal.
This addendum ensures that Brueggers Bagels franchisees in Washington receive the protections afforded to them under Washington law, regardless of what the standard franchise agreement might state. It is designed to prevent the franchise agreement from inadvertently violating the franchisee's rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act.
Prospective Brueggers Bagels franchisees in Washington should carefully review both the franchise agreement and the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act with legal counsel to fully understand their rights and obligations. Understanding how state law interacts with the franchise agreement is crucial for making informed decisions and protecting their investment.