How is Article 18.F. of the Deer Solution Franchise Agreement amended regarding governing law?

According to the 2025 Deer Solution Franchise Disclosure Document, Article 18 of the Franchise Agreement is amended for North Dakota franchisees regarding governing law. Specifically, the amendment adds the language stating, "for North Dakota Franchisees, North Dakota law shall apply."

This means that if a Deer Solution franchisee is located in North Dakota, North Dakota law will govern the interpretation and enforcement of the franchise agreement. This amendment ensures that North Dakota franchisees are subject to the laws of their state, which may provide additional protections or impose different requirements than the standard terms of the franchise agreement.

This type of amendment is included to comply with state franchise laws, which often have specific provisions that supersede the standard terms of a franchise agreement. Prospective Deer Solution franchisees in North Dakota should be aware of this amendment and understand how North Dakota law may affect their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement.