To what article of the Fat Shack Franchise Agreement does the Wisconsin Rider add conditions regarding termination and non-renewal?

According to the 2025 Fat Shack Franchise Disclosure Document, the Wisconsin Rider adds conditions to Article 19 of the Franchise Agreement regarding termination and non-renewal. Specifically, the rider states that the conditions under which the agreement can be terminated or not renewed may be affected by the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law, Wisconsin Statutes 1981-82, Title XIV-A, Chapter 135.

For a prospective Fat Shack franchisee in Wisconsin, this means that the standard termination and non-renewal terms outlined in the Franchise Agreement are subject to the protections afforded by the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law. This law provides certain rights and protections to dealers (which would include franchisees) in their relationships with grantors (franchisors). These protections can impact the franchisor's ability to terminate or not renew the franchise agreement.

This rider ensures that Fat Shack franchisees in Wisconsin are aware of and can benefit from the protections offered by Wisconsin state law, which may provide more favorable terms than the standard franchise agreement. Franchisees should familiarize themselves with the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law to understand their rights and obligations regarding termination and non-renewal.