What is Cool Binz prohibited from doing regarding employees of franchisees in Washington?
Cool_Binz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, Chapter 19.100 RCW will prevail.
RCW 19.100.180 may supersede the franchise agreement in your relationship with the franchisor including the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 63–238)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cool Binz's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in the state of Washington, the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, Chapter 19.100 RCW, will supersede the franchise agreement in the franchisee's relationship with Cool Binz. This includes areas regarding the termination and renewal of the franchise.
This means that certain provisions of the standard Cool Binz franchise agreement may not be enforceable in Washington if they conflict with the state's franchise laws. Specifically, the laws governing how and when Cool Binz can terminate or choose not to renew a franchise agreement are subject to Washington state law, which may provide greater protection to the franchisee than the standard agreement.
For a prospective Cool Binz franchisee in Washington, this addendum offers some additional security. The franchisee should become familiar with Chapter 19.100 RCW to understand their rights regarding termination and renewal. It would be prudent to consult with a franchise attorney in Washington to fully understand the implications of this state-specific addendum and how it modifies the standard franchise agreement.