What happens to modifications of the Healthsource Chiropractic agreement if they are not in writing and signed by both parties?
Healthsource_Chiropractic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.
This Agreement, together with the introduction and exhibits to it, constitutes the entire agreement between us, and there are no other oral or written understandings or agreements between us concerning the subject matter of this Agreement. Notwithstanding, in accordance with federal law, nothing in this Agreement shall require you to waive reliance on any representation made in the FDD. This Agreement may be modified only by written agreement signed by both you and us, except that we may modify the Operations Manual at any time as provided herein.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 77–282)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Healthsource Chiropractic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, along with its introduction and exhibits, represents the complete understanding between Healthsource Chiropractic and the franchisee. This comprehensive agreement supersedes any prior oral or written understandings. However, the FDD clarifies that franchisees cannot waive reliance on any representations made in the FDD itself, as per federal law.
The franchise agreement explicitly states that it can only be modified through a written agreement that has been signed by both Healthsource Chiropractic and the franchisee. This requirement ensures that all changes to the original agreement are formally documented and agreed upon by both parties, preventing potential disputes arising from verbal agreements or informal understandings.
An exception to the written modification rule is that Healthsource Chiropractic retains the right to modify the Operations Manual at any time, as outlined within the franchise agreement. This allows Healthsource Chiropractic to adapt operational procedures and standards as needed without requiring a formal written agreement for each change. This is a fairly common practice in franchising, allowing the franchisor to maintain consistency and adapt to changing market conditions.