From what date is the one-year period calculated for commencing a claim related to the Kitchen Solvers agreement?

Based on the 2025 Kitchen Solvers Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard one-year limitation for commencing a claim is altered by an addendum for franchisees in the state of Wisconsin.

According to the addendum, any claim arising under the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law must be commenced within one year after the earlier of (1) the time the franchisee knew or should have known of the claim's factual basis, or (2) the date of the act, omission, or event providing the claim's basis. This means that the one-year period for filing a claim in Wisconsin starts either when the franchisee becomes aware of the facts supporting the claim or when the event that caused the claim occurred, whichever comes first.

This modification is significant because it could shorten the time a franchisee has to file a claim compared to the standard one-year period from the date of the event. Franchisees in Wisconsin need to be particularly vigilant about identifying potential claims and seeking legal advice promptly to ensure they do not miss the deadline for commencing a claim under the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law.