Does the Addendum to the Kitchen Solvers Disclosure Document for the State of Wisconsin apply to all Kitchen Solvers franchisees?
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ADDENDUM TO KITCHEN SOLVERS® DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT FOR THE STATE OF WISCONSIN
The following information applies to franchisees and franchisees subject to the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law. Item numbers correspond to those in the main body:
Item 17.
For all franchisees residing in the State of Wisconsin, we will provide you at least 90 days' prior written notice of termination, cancellation, or substantial change in competitive circumstances. The notice will state all the reasons for termination, cancellation, or substantial change in competitive circumstances and will provide that you have 60 days in which to cure any claimed deficiency. If this deficiency is cured within 60 days, the notice will be void. If the reason for termination, cancellation, or substantial change in competitive circumstances is nonpayment of sums due under the franchise, you will have 10 days to cure the deficiency.
For Wisconsin franchisees, Ch. 135, Stats., the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law, supersedes any provisions of the Franchise Agreement or a related contract which is inconsistent with the Law.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 49–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Kitchen Solvers Franchise Disclosure Document, the Addendum to the Kitchen Solvers Disclosure Document for the State of Wisconsin does not apply to all Kitchen Solvers franchisees. Instead, it specifically applies to franchisees residing in Wisconsin or those subject to the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law. This means that the provisions outlined in the addendum, such as the required 90 days' prior written notice of termination, cancellation, or substantial change in competitive circumstances, only apply to Kitchen Solvers franchisees operating in Wisconsin.
For Kitchen Solvers franchisees in Wisconsin, the franchisor must provide at least 90 days' prior written notice of termination, cancellation, or substantial change in competitive circumstances. The notice must include all reasons for such actions and allow the franchisee 60 days to cure any claimed deficiency. If the deficiency is related to nonpayment, the franchisee has 10 days to cure it. Furthermore, the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law supersedes any conflicting provisions in the Franchise Agreement or related contracts for Wisconsin franchisees.
This addendum ensures that Kitchen Solvers franchisees in Wisconsin receive additional protections under Wisconsin state law, particularly concerning termination and changes in competitive circumstances. Prospective franchisees outside of Wisconsin should be aware that these specific protections do not extend to them. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to understand how state-specific addendums affect their rights and obligations under the Franchise Agreement.