Who is the regulatory authority for Chatime franchises in New York?
Chatime Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If Chatime Franchise, LLC does not deliver this Franchise Disclosure Document on time or if it contains a false or misleading statement, or a material omission, a violation of federal law and state law may have occurred and should be reported to the Federal Trade Commission, Washington, D.C. 20580 and the state agency listed in Exhibit C to this Franchise Disclosure Document.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 58–262)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Chatime Franchise Disclosure Document, if Chatime does not deliver the FDD on time, or if it contains a false or misleading statement, or a material omission, a violation of federal and state law may have occurred and should be reported to the Federal Trade Commission and the state agency listed in Exhibit C of the FDD.
Exhibit C is not included in the provided excerpts. Therefore, the specific state agency to which violations should be reported in New York is not listed.
Prospective Chatime franchisees in New York should carefully review Exhibit C within the FDD to identify the appropriate state agency for reporting potential violations. They may also want to consult with a franchise attorney to understand their rights and obligations under New York law.