What happens in the event of a conflict between the Cicis Addendum and the New Franchise Agreement?

According to the 2025 Cicis Franchise Disclosure Document, the terms and conditions of the Addendum will take precedence over any inconsistent or conflicting terms in the New Franchise Agreement. This means that if there is a disagreement between the two documents, the Addendum will govern the relationship between Cicis and the franchisee.

This clause is important for prospective franchisees because it clarifies which document controls in case of conflicting provisions. Franchise agreements are often complex legal documents, and addenda are used to modify or clarify specific terms. Knowing that the addendum supersedes the original agreement provides certainty about the franchisee's rights and obligations.

This type of clause is relatively standard in franchising. Franchisors often use addenda to update agreements, address specific situations, or comply with state laws. Franchisees should carefully review both the franchise agreement and any addenda to understand the complete contractual relationship. Franchisees should pay close attention to any sections that are amended or superseded by the addendum, as these changes will directly impact their rights and responsibilities.