What section of the Focalpoint Coaching Franchise Agreement is modified by the Rider regarding governing law?

According to the 2025 Focalpoint Coaching Franchise Disclosure Document, the Rider modifies Section 17.F of the Franchise Agreement, which pertains to governing law. The specific modifications depend on the franchisee's location.

For franchisees in North Dakota, the Rider adds language specifying that North Dakota law will apply to the agreement to the extent required by the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law. This ensures that the franchisee's rights under North Dakota law are protected, regardless of what the general governing law clause in the agreement states.

For franchisees in New York, the Rider adds language to Section 17.F stating that the choice of law should not be considered a waiver of any right conferred upon the franchisor or the franchisee by article 33 of the General Business law of the state of New York. This ensures that the franchisee's rights under New York law are protected.

For franchisees in Illinois, the Rider adds language to Section 17.F stating that Illinois law will apply to claims arising under the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act. This ensures that the franchisee's rights under Illinois law are protected.

For franchisees in Minnesota, the Rider adds language to Section 17.F stating that nothing in this section shall abrogate or reduce any of your rights under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 80C or your right to any procedure, forum or remedies that the laws of the jurisdiction provide. This ensures that the franchisee's rights under Minnesota law are protected.