What form must Healthsource Chiropractic's approval or consent take to be valid under the Healthsource Chiropractic Agreement?

According to Healthsource Chiropractic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, any approval or consent given by Healthsource Chiropractic under the franchise agreement must be in writing to be considered valid. This requirement ensures that there is a clear record of what was approved or consented to, minimizing potential misunderstandings or disputes between Healthsource Chiropractic and the franchisee.

For a prospective Healthsource Chiropractic franchisee, this means that if the franchise agreement requires them to obtain Healthsource Chiropractic's approval or consent for any action, they must request it in writing and ensure that Healthsource Chiropractic provides its approval or consent in writing as well. Verbal approvals or consents are not sufficient and will not be considered valid under the terms of the agreement. This could apply to various aspects of the franchise operation, such as marketing plans, changes to the clinic's layout, or the selection of certain vendors.

This requirement for written consent is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as it provides a documented trail of communications and agreements. It protects both the franchisor and the franchisee by ensuring that all parties are clear on the terms of any approvals or consents given. Franchisees should maintain copies of all written approvals and consents received from Healthsource Chiropractic as part of their business records.