According to the 2025 Clear Pest Pros Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement includes stipulations regarding governing law, particularly concerning releases and their interpretation under specific state laws. For franchisees operating in North Dakota, any release required as a condition of renewal or assignment/transfer will not apply if prohibited by applicable law with respect to claims arising under the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law. This means that Clear Pest Pros franchisees in North Dakota retain their rights under the state's franchise investment law, regardless of any release clauses in the standard franchise agreement.

Furthermore, the FDD states that the standard governing law clause in Section 15.H of the Franchise Agreement is modified to include an exception for requirements under North Dakota law. This ensures that the franchise agreement adheres to North Dakota's specific legal requirements. Similarly, the dispute resolution procedures are amended to allow franchisees to bring actions in North Dakota for claims arising under the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, subject to the franchisee's dispute resolution obligations.

These provisions indicate that Clear Pest Pros acknowledges and accommodates state-specific franchise laws, particularly in North Dakota, to protect franchisees' rights and ensure compliance with local regulations. Prospective franchisees should be aware of how these state-specific clauses may affect their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement, especially if they are operating in a state with franchise-specific laws like North Dakota.