What Washington state law might supersede provisions in the Chicken Guy Development Agreement regarding termination and renewal?
Chicken_Guy Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
[Item 17: RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION]
As a result, any such provisions contained in the Development Agreement or elsewhere are void and unenforceable in Washington.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 40–46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Chicken Guy Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees in Washington state, the provisions related to termination and renewal within the Development Agreement may be superseded by Washington state law. This means that if any part of the Development Agreement conflicts with Washington state law regarding these topics, the state law will take precedence.
This protection ensures that Chicken Guy franchisees in Washington are not bound by contractual terms that might be less favorable than what the state law provides. It covers any provisions within the Development Agreement or any other related document.
Prospective Chicken Guy franchisees in Washington should carefully review both the Development Agreement and Washington state franchise laws to understand their rights concerning termination and renewal. They should also seek legal counsel to ensure full comprehension of their rights and obligations under both the agreement and state law.