Which item in the Carvel Disclosure Document is modified by this section?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
chise Agreement relieves us or any other person, directly or indirectly, from liability imposed by the laws concerning franchising of the State of Indiana.
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- Notwithstanding the terms of Item 12 of the Disclosure Document and Section 4 (Reserved Rights) of the Franchise Agreement (as applicable), we will not compete unfairly with you within a reasonable area.
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- Notwithstanding the terms of Section 13.1 (Indemnification) of the Franchise Agreement, you will not be required to indemnify the Affiliated Parties for any liability caused by your proper reliance on or use of procedures or materials provided by us or caused by our negligence.
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- Section 15.4.B. (Restrictive Covenants: Post Term) of the Franchise Agreement is revised to limit the geographical extent of the post-term covenant not to compete to an area of reasonable size, for all franchises sold in the State of Indiana.
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- The prohibition by Indiana Code § 23-2-2.7-1(7) against unilateral termination of the franchise without good cause or in bad faith, good cause being defined therein as ". . . a material breach of the franchise agreement . . . ," supersede any contrary provisions contained in Section 17 (Default and Termination) of the Franchise Agreement in the State of Indiana.
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- The provisions of the Franchise Agreement relieving both parties from liability for punitive damages will not apply to franchises offered and sold in the State of Indiana.
MARYLAND ADDENDUM TO DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT
In recognition of the requirements of the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, the Disclosure Document for Carvel Franchisor SPV LLC for use in the State of Maryland is amended as follows:
ITEM 5 INITIAL FEES
- Based upon our financial condition, the Maryland Securities Commissioner has required a financial assurance. Therefore, all initial fees and payments owed by franchisees shall be deferred until we complete our pre-opening obligations under the Franchise Agreement. If a franchisee signs a Multi-Unit Addendum to a Franchise Agreement, all initial fees and payments owed by such franchisee under each of the Franchise Agreements that is subject to the Multi-Unit Addendum shall be deferred until we complete our pre-opening obligations under the applicable Franchise Agreement.
ITEM 17 RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION:
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- The general release required as a condition of renewal, sale, and/or assignment/transfer shall not apply to any liability under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law.
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- Item 17.h. of this Disclosure Document is modified to add the following:
The Franchise Agreement provides for termination upon bankruptcy. This provision may not be enforceable under federal bankruptcy law (11 U.S.C. Section 101 et seq.), but we will enforce it to the extent enforceable.
- Item 17.v. of this Disclosure Document is modified as follows:
You can enter into litigation with us in Maryland for claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, as long as the nature of the litigation is not the type of dispute, controversy, claim, action or proceeding which would be subject to arbitration under the Franchise Agreement.
- Any claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law must be brought within three years after the grant of the franchise.
MINNESOTA ADDENDUM TO DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT
In recognition of the requirements of the Minnesota Franchises Law, Minn. Stat. §§ 80C.01 through 80C.22, and of the Rules and Regulations promulgated thereunder by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce, Minn. Rules §§ 2860.0100 through 2860.9930, the Disclosure Document for Carvel Franchisor SPV LLC for the offer of franchises for use in the State of Minnesota is amended to include the following:
- Item 6, "Other Fees," shall be amended as follows:
We may be limited in the amount of the Insufficient Funds Fee we may charge you as described in Item 6 of this Disclosure Document. The Minnesota Department of Commerce requires us to disclose to you that, currently, the highest such fee permitted under Minnesota Statute 604.113 is $30.
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Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 100–353)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 5, Item 17, Exhibit I, Items 1, 5, 6, 7, and 11 are modified by the addenda included in the document. These modifications are specific to franchisees in certain states, including Maryland, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, North Dakota, and California. These modifications address specific state laws and regulations that impact the franchise agreement.
For prospective Carvel franchisees, this means the standard franchise agreement is subject to change based on the state in which they operate. The modifications cover a range of topics, including initial fees, termination and renewal rights, dispute resolution, and compliance with state-specific franchise laws. For example, in Maryland, initial fees may be deferred until Carvel completes its pre-opening obligations. In Illinois, the franchise agreement is governed by Illinois law, and any provision designating jurisdiction outside of Illinois is void.
In California, franchisees must comply with the California Fast Food Act, which sets health, safety, and employment standards. Carvel does not provide training or assistance related to this act, making it the franchisee's responsibility to ensure compliance. The additional funds estimate in Item 7 considers increased costs related to complying with the Fast Food Act. These modifications ensure that the Carvel franchise agreement complies with local laws and protects the rights of franchisees as defined by those laws.
It is important for potential franchisees to carefully review the addendum specific to their state to understand how the standard franchise agreement is modified. This ensures they are aware of their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement and any state-specific regulations that may apply. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to fully understand the implications of these modifications.