What is the governing law for the Chicken Guy Development Agreement?

According to the 2025 Chicken Guy Franchise Disclosure Document, the governing law for the Development Agreement is Illinois law. However, this is specifically for Illinois franchisees, as indicated in the addendum to the franchise agreement required for franchisees in that state.

For franchisees in other states like California, New York, and Minnesota, the FDD includes addenda that modify the governing law or specify that certain provisions may not be enforceable under their respective state laws. For example, the franchise and development agreements generally provide for the application of Florida law, but this provision may not be enforceable under California law. Similarly, New York Franchise Law governs any claim arising under that law, regardless of what the Development Agreement states.

This means that while the Development Agreement may initially state that Florida law applies, the actual governing law can vary depending on the franchisee's location and the specific legal issues in question. Prospective Chicken Guy franchisees should carefully review the addenda applicable to their state and consult with an attorney to understand their rights and obligations under the Development Agreement and relevant state laws.