In the Burger King Franchise Agreement (Individual/Owner-Operator) addendum, what act is referenced regarding electronic transactions?
Burger_King Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
By entering into this Franchise Addendum, Franchisee expressly consents to transact business with BKC electronically and that, consistent with the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws, this Franchise Addendum may be executed by electronic signatures. The parties to this Franchise Addendum agree that the parties' electronic signatures are intended to authenticate this writing and to have the same force and effect as the use of manual signatures and an electronically signed version of this Franchise Addendum shall constitute an original for all purposes.
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 109–124)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burger King's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement (Individual/Owner-Operator) addendum references the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act regarding electronic transactions. By agreeing to the addendum, the franchisee consents to conduct business with Burger King Company (BKC) electronically.
Burger King states that the addendum can be executed using electronic signatures, aligning with the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act and other relevant state and federal laws. The agreement specifies that electronic signatures have the same legal validity as manual signatures. An electronically signed version of the addendum is considered an original document for all purposes.
This provision allows Burger King and its franchisees to streamline the signing and execution of the Franchise Agreement addendum through electronic means. This can save time and resources compared to traditional paper-based signing processes. Prospective franchisees should be aware that by signing the addendum, they are agreeing to conduct business with Burger King electronically and that their electronic signatures will be legally binding.