Under what condition is each provision of this amendment to the Deer Solution Franchise Agreement effective?

According to the 2025 Deer Solution Franchise Disclosure Document, specifically the New York Franchise Agreement Amendment, each provision within the amendment is effective only if the jurisdictional requirements of the New York General Business Law are independently met, without relying on the amendment itself. This means that for any part of the amendment to be valid and enforceable, the specific circumstances and conditions that trigger the applicability of New York's General Business Law must be satisfied on their own.

This condition ensures that the amendment's provisions do not override or circumvent the protections and requirements established by New York law. It emphasizes that the franchisee's rights and the franchisor's obligations under New York's General Business Law must be independently triggered and met, regardless of what the amendment states.

For a prospective Deer Solution franchisee in New York, this means carefully examining whether their specific situation—such as their domicile or the location of their outlet—independently falls under the jurisdiction of the New York General Business Law. If the jurisdictional requirements are not met independently, the provisions of the amendment may not be effective, potentially impacting the franchisee's rights and obligations. Therefore, it is crucial to consult with legal counsel to determine the applicability of New York law to their specific franchise agreement and the effectiveness of the amendment's provisions.