Does the provision regarding waivers and disclaimers in the Kitchen Solvers franchise agreement supersede other terms in documents executed in connection with the franchise?

According to the 2025 Kitchen Solvers Franchise Disclosure Document, a specific provision addresses the superseding effect of waivers and disclaimers. For franchisees in general, no statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed in connection with starting the franchise can waive claims under state franchise law, including fraud, or disclaim reliance on franchisor statements. This specific provision overrides any other conflicting terms in any document related to the franchise agreement.

For franchisees in certain states, addenda to the Kitchen Solvers franchise agreement further clarify the relationship between waivers/disclaimers and other agreement terms. For example, in New York, any conflicting provision in the Franchise Agreement is amended to comply with New York General Business Law, and no general release signed by the franchisee releases claims under that law. Similarly, in Maryland and Illinois, representations requiring franchisees to waive liability do not act as a waiver of liability under their respective state franchise laws. California also has similar protections in place.

These stipulations provide significant protection for Kitchen Solvers franchisees. They ensure that franchisees cannot inadvertently waive their rights under state franchise laws through standard documents or acknowledgments. The inclusion of addenda for specific states indicates Kitchen Solvers' awareness of and compliance with varying state franchise regulations, which is a positive sign for prospective franchisees. This also means that franchisees' rights are strongly protected against waivers or disclaimers, especially concerning fraud or misrepresentation by Kitchen Solvers.