What happens if a provision of the Canine Dimensions agreement is determined to be legally invalid?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- The provisions of this Mutual General Release Agreement are severable, and, in the event that any of them is held void and unenforceable as a matter of law, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the provisions of the Mutual General Release Agreement are severable. This means that if any part of the agreement is deemed void or unenforceable by law, the remaining parts of the agreement will still be valid and in effect. This clause ensures that the entire agreement does not become invalid due to one unenforceable provision.
This is a fairly standard clause in franchise agreements. It protects both Canine Dimensions and the franchisee by ensuring that the core intentions of the agreement remain intact even if minor provisions are challenged. Franchisees should be aware of this clause as it means they cannot invalidate the entire agreement based on a single issue.
However, franchisees should consult with a legal professional to understand the implications of any specific provision being deemed unenforceable. While the rest of the agreement remains valid, the specific rights and obligations tied to that provision would be affected. It is important to understand how this might impact the overall franchise relationship and the franchisee's business operations.