Can an Expense Reduction Analysts franchisee terminate the agreement on any grounds available by law?

According to the 2025 Expense Reduction Analysts Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees in New York have specific termination rights. For franchisees operating in New York, the FDD states that they can terminate the franchise agreement on any grounds available by law. This provision ensures that Expense Reduction Analysts franchisees are not limited by the standard termination clauses in the franchise agreement and can exercise any legal rights they have to end the agreement.

This clause is added as an addendum to Item 17(d) of the Franchise Agreement, which typically outlines the conditions for termination by the franchisee. By explicitly stating that New York franchisees can terminate on any grounds available by law, Expense Reduction Analysts acknowledges and protects the franchisee's statutory rights under New York law. This addendum aims to satisfy the non-waiver provisions of New York General Business Law Sections 687.4 and 687.5, which prevent franchisees from being forced to waive their legal rights.

For a prospective Expense Reduction Analysts franchisee in New York, this addendum provides an additional layer of protection. It means that if circumstances arise where the franchisee has a legal basis to terminate the agreement (such as breach of contract by Expense Reduction Analysts or changes in state law), they can do so without being restricted by the franchise agreement's standard terms. This can be a significant advantage, offering more flexibility and recourse options compared to franchisees in other states where such a provision may not exist.