Can Crave Cookies substantially modify the franchise agreement without the franchisee's written consent in Indiana?
Crave_Cookies Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Definitions.** Capitalized terms used but not defined in this Rider have the meanings given in the Agreement.
The "Indiana Acts" means the Indiana Franchise Act and the Indiana Deceptive Franchise Practices Act.
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Certain Provisions Modified.** Any provision of the Agreement which would have any of the following effects is hereby mo
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 47–194)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crave Cookies' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, any provision in the franchise agreement that would violate Indiana franchise laws is modified for franchisees operating in Indiana. Specifically, the "Indiana Acts," referring to the Indiana Franchise Act and the Indiana Deceptive Franchise Practices Act, take precedence over conflicting terms in the standard franchise agreement.
This means that if a clause in the standard Crave Cookies franchise agreement allows for modifications that are not permitted under Indiana law, that clause is effectively altered to comply with Indiana law. This ensures that Indiana franchisees receive the protections afforded to them by Indiana's franchise regulations, even if the standard agreement attempts to circumvent those protections.
For a prospective Crave Cookies franchisee in Indiana, this rider offers a level of assurance that their rights under Indiana law are protected. It prevents Crave Cookies from enforcing terms that might be permissible in other states but are illegal in Indiana. However, it is important for franchisees to be aware of the specific protections offered by Indiana law and to consult with an attorney to fully understand their rights.