How might RCW 19.100.180 supersede the Deck Medic Franchise Agreement?
Deck_Medic Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Amendments to the Deck Medic Franchise Agreement:
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.
There may also be court decisions which 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 43–228)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deck Medic's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees operating in Washington state, RCW 19.100.180, a section of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, may take precedence over the standard Deck Medic Franchise Agreement. This means that the stipulations within RCW 19.100.180 could override specific terms outlined in the franchise agreement, particularly concerning the termination and renewal of the franchise.
This amendment recognizes that state laws are designed to protect franchisees, and in the event of a conflict, the state law will prevail. This ensures that Deck Medic franchisees in Washington are afforded the full protections of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, especially regarding the critical aspects of franchise termination and renewal.
Prospective Deck Medic franchisees in Washington should carefully review both the franchise agreement and Chapter 19.100 RCW to understand their rights and obligations. Consulting with an attorney experienced in franchise law is advisable to fully grasp the implications of this amendment and how it affects their specific situation.