What section of the Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Franchise Agreement is deleted in its entirety?

According to the 2025 Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 17.7 of the Franchise Agreement is deleted in its entirety for franchises offered and sold under the laws of the State of Maryland. This deletion is specified in an addendum to the franchise agreement that addresses specific legal considerations within Maryland.

Section 17.7 likely contains provisions that Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham deemed unenforceable or inconsistent with Maryland franchise law. By deleting this section, Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham aims to ensure compliance with Maryland regulations and avoid potential legal challenges related to the enforcement of those specific provisions.

Prospective franchisees in Maryland should carefully review the addendum and understand the implications of this deletion. They may want to seek legal counsel to fully understand their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement, considering the modifications made by the Maryland-specific addendum.