Under what conditions can the Healthsource Chiropractic Franchise Agreement be modified?
Healthsource_Chiropractic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Franchise Agreement | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| of the new owner to pay any amounts payable under the Franchise Agreement or any new Franchise Agreement that we may require the new owner to sign in connection with the transfer, and containing a general release of any claims that you may have against us. (see Exhibit I). | ||
| n. Our right of first refusal to | Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
| acquire your business | ||
| o. Our option to purchase your | Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
| business | ||
| p. Death or disability of franchisee | Section 14.6 | Executor, administrator, or other personal representative must transfer interest within 12 months; all transfers are subject to provisions in Franchise Agreement regulating transfers. |
| q. Non-competition covenants during the term of the franchise | Section 9.3 and 17.8 | Neither you, your Principal Owners, General Managers, nor any immediate family members of you or your Principal Owners may perform services for or have any interest in any competitive business. |
| r. Non-competition covenants after | Not applicable | Not applicable. |
| the franchise is terminated or | ||
| expires | ||
| s. Modification of the agreement | Section 20 | No modifications to Franchise Agreement unless you and we agree in writing; we may amend Operations Manual at any time. |
Source: Item 17 — Renewal, Termination, Transfer, and Dispute Resolution (FDD pages 53–64)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Healthsource Chiropractic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement can only be modified if both Healthsource Chiropractic and the franchisee agree to the changes in writing. This is a standard clause in franchise agreements, ensuring that any alterations to the original contract are documented and agreed upon by all parties involved. This requirement for written consent helps prevent misunderstandings or disputes over alleged verbal agreements or informal modifications.
In contrast, the Operations Manual can be amended by Healthsource Chiropractic at any time. Franchisees must stay current with the Operations Manual because it contains the rules and standards for running the franchise.
This difference highlights a key aspect of the franchise relationship: while the core terms of the Franchise Agreement are protected by the need for mutual written consent, Healthsource Chiropractic retains the flexibility to adjust operational guidelines as needed to maintain brand standards and adapt to changing market conditions.