What is the governing state law for interpreting the Cinnaholic General Release?

According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the General Release is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to its conflicts of law provisions. This means that any disputes or interpretations of the General Release will be subject to Georgia law, regardless of where the franchisee is located.

This is a standard practice in franchising, as it provides clarity and consistency in legal matters. However, it's important for prospective Cinnaholic franchisees to understand that they may need to familiarize themselves with Georgia law if any issues arise related to the General Release.

It is also important to note that the General Release is not intended as a waiver of rights that cannot be waived under applicable state franchise laws, nor is it intended to relieve Cinnaholic from liability imposed by the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. This ensures that franchisees retain certain legal protections despite signing the release.