How will the Kitchen Solvers Franchise Agreement be interpreted and enforced, except for the amendments specified?

According to Kitchen Solvers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement will be construed and enforced in accordance with its original terms, except where explicitly amended by addenda specific to certain states. These addenda, included for states like Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington and Wisconsin, address inconsistencies between the standard Franchise Agreement and state laws.

For example, the Illinois addendum specifies that Illinois law governs the agreement, and any clause designating jurisdiction or venue outside of Illinois is void, although arbitration outside the state is permitted. Similarly, the Maryland addendum ensures that franchisees do not waive rights under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. The Minnesota addendum details the franchisor's responsibility in defending trademark infringement claims and clarifies termination and nonrenewal rights according to Minnesota statutes.

These state-specific addenda take precedence over the original agreement in case of conflict, ensuring that Kitchen Solvers franchisees' rights are protected under local laws. Prospective franchisees should carefully review the addendum for their specific state to understand how the standard agreement is modified and what specific protections are in place.