Can the Dermani Medspa Franchise Agreement be modified?
Dermani_Medspa Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Franchise Agreement | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| s. Modification of the agreement | Section 18.10 | The Franchise Agreement may only be modified by written agreement signed by both parties. You must comply with the Manual System Standards as amended. |
| t. Integration/merger clause | Section 18.13 | Only the terms of the Franchise Agreement and other related written agreements are binding (subject to applicable federal and/or state law). Any representations or promises outside of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing in this or any related agreement is intended to disclaim the express representations made in the Franchise Disclosure Document, its exhibits and amendments. |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER, AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 51–58)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Dermani Medspa Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement can only be modified through a written agreement that is signed by both Dermani Medspa and the franchisee. Additionally, franchisees must adhere to any amendments made to the Manual System Standards. This indicates that while the core agreement requires mutual consent for changes, Dermani Medspa retains the right to update operational standards, which the franchisee must then implement.
This requirement for written modification provides a level of security for both parties, ensuring that changes are formally documented and agreed upon. However, the franchisee's obligation to comply with amendments to the Manual System Standards means that Dermani Medspa has some unilateral control over operational aspects of the franchise. Franchisees should therefore pay close attention to the scope and potential impact of these standards.
Furthermore, the FDD states that only the terms within the Franchise Agreement and other related written agreements are binding, subject to applicable federal and/or state law. Any representations or promises made outside of these documents may not be enforceable. However, this does not disclaim express representations made in the Franchise Disclosure Document, its exhibits, and amendments. This clause emphasizes the importance of ensuring all key terms and conditions are included in the written agreements to avoid disputes based on verbal promises or understandings.