Under the Fat Shack Franchise Agreement, are there any disclaimers regarding representations made by Fat Shack in the Disclosure Document?

According to Fat Shack's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement includes an integration/merger clause that addresses the binding nature of representations and promises. This clause specifies that only the terms within the Franchise Agreement and other related written agreements are considered binding, subject to state law.

In practical terms, this means that any representations or promises made outside of the Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement, and other related written agreements may not be enforceable. This is a common provision in franchise agreements, designed to ensure that all binding obligations are clearly documented in writing. It protects Fat Shack from claims based on verbal promises or representations not included in the official documents.

However, the clause also explicitly states that nothing in the Franchise Agreement or any other related written agreement is intended to disclaim any representations made by Fat Shack in the Disclosure Document. This is an important clarification for prospective franchisees, as it confirms that the information provided in the FDD is intended to be accurate and reliable, and Fat Shack is not attempting to disavow those representations through the integration clause. Franchisees should carefully review all documents and seek legal counsel to fully understand their rights and obligations.