When is the Hardees Restaurant Franchise Agreement addendum entered into?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| This | Addendum | to | the | Hardee's | Restaurant | Franchise | Agreement | dated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| between | Hardee's | Restaurants | LLC | ("HR") | and | ||||
| ("Franchisee") is entered into simultaneously with the | |||||||||
| execution of the Franchise Agreement. |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 71–84)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Addendum to the Hardee's Restaurant Franchise Agreement is entered into simultaneously with the execution of the Franchise Agreement. This means that the addendum becomes effective at the same time the franchisee signs the main franchise agreement.
This simultaneous execution ensures that all parties are aware of and agree to the specific modifications or additions to the standard franchise agreement right from the start. For franchisees, this means that any state-specific requirements or negotiated changes are legally binding from day one.
It is important for prospective Hardees franchisees to carefully review both the Franchise Agreement and any addenda to fully understand their rights and obligations. Addenda often address specific legal requirements or clarifications that can significantly impact the franchise relationship.