In Hawaii, does the Deer Solution disclosure document contain a complete statement of all rights, conditions, restrictions, and obligations of both the franchisor and the franchisee?

According to the 2025 Deer Solution Franchise Disclosure Document, the disclosure document itself contains only a summary of certain material provisions of the franchise agreement. For a complete understanding of all rights, conditions, restrictions, and obligations of both Deer Solution and the franchisee, one must refer to the actual franchise agreement and related contracts.

This means that prospective Deer Solution franchisees in Hawaii should not rely solely on the disclosure document when making their investment decision. Instead, they must carefully review the franchise agreement and any other agreements they will be required to sign. It is highly recommended that they seek legal counsel to help them understand the terms of these agreements and their implications.

This is a common practice in franchising, as the FDD is designed to provide a summary overview, while the franchise agreement contains the legally binding details. Franchisees should pay close attention to provisions regarding termination, renewal, transfer, and dispute resolution, as these can significantly impact their business.

The Hawaii FDD amendment also clarifies that the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law provides certain rights to the franchisee concerning non-renewal, termination, and transfer of the Franchise Agreement. If any provision in the franchise agreement is inconsistent with the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law, the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law will take precedence.