Under what conditions is the Illinois Rider to the Development Agreement for Checkers of no force and effect?

According to Checkers's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Illinois Rider to the Development Agreement is of no force and effect unless the jurisdictional requirements of the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act and any regulations are met independently, without relying on the Rider itself.

In simpler terms, this means that the protections and modifications provided by the Illinois Rider only apply if the Development Agreement already complies with Illinois franchise law, regardless of the Rider. The Rider is designed to supplement, not replace, the existing legal requirements.

For a prospective Checkers area developer in Illinois, this highlights the importance of ensuring that the underlying Development Agreement is fully compliant with Illinois franchise law from the outset. The Rider is not a substitute for proper legal compliance. It would be prudent for a prospective franchisee to consult with an attorney specializing in franchise law to review the Development Agreement and ensure its compliance with Illinois law, independent of the Rider.