Can provisions in the Cinnaholic franchise agreement unreasonably restrict the statute of limitations for claims under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act?

According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Cinnaholic franchise is purchased in Washington, provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements that unreasonably restrict or limit the statute of limitations period for claims under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act may not be enforceable. This also applies to rights or remedies under the Act, such as the right to a jury trial.

This means that Cinnaholic franchisees in Washington have some protection against contractual terms that would unduly shorten the time they have to bring legal claims under Washington's franchise laws or limit their legal options. This addendum ensures that franchisees are not unfairly disadvantaged by limitations written into the franchise agreement.

Prospective Cinnaholic franchisees in Washington should carefully review the franchise agreement and related documents with legal counsel to ensure full understanding of their rights and obligations under Washington law. This is especially important to identify any clauses that might potentially limit their ability to pursue claims or legal remedies under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act.