How does the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law affect the Kitchen Solvers Franchise Agreement?
Kitchen_Solvers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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 Kitchen Solvers's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law (WFDL) has specific implications for franchisees operating in Wisconsin. The FDD includes an addendum addressing how the WFDL impacts the standard Kitchen Solvers Franchise Agreement.
Specifically, the WFDL supersedes any conflicting provisions within the Franchise Agreement or related contracts. This means that if any part of the standard agreement clashes with the protections or requirements of the WFDL, the state law takes precedence.
Furthermore, Kitchen Solvers must provide Wisconsin franchisees with at least 90 days' prior written notice of termination, cancellation, or substantial changes in competitive circumstances. This notice must detail the reasons for such actions and allow the franchisee 60 days to cure any deficiencies cited. However, if the reason for termination is nonpayment, the franchisee has only 10 days to cure the deficiency. This addendum ensures that Kitchen Solvers franchisees in Wisconsin receive enhanced protection and notification rights compared to the standard agreement, aligning with the WFDL's aim to protect dealers from unfair treatment.