For Ledgers franchises in Indiana, what specific wording regarding injunctive relief is deleted and replaced in the Franchise Agreement?

According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchise agreements executed and operative within the state of Indiana, any inference that Ledgers "is entitled" to injunctive relief is deleted. This wording is then replaced with "may seek." This change is made to comply with Indiana Code 23-2-2.7-1(10).

In practical terms, this means that while Ledgers may pursue injunctive relief against a franchisee in Indiana, the Franchise Agreement cannot state or imply that Ledgers is automatically entitled to it. Injunctive relief is a court order that requires a party to do or cease doing a specific action. In the context of a franchise agreement, Ledgers might seek an injunction to prevent a franchisee from violating the terms of the agreement, such as operating a competing business during the term of the agreement or misusing Ledgers' trademarks.

The modification ensures that Indiana franchisees are not subject to a contractual term that automatically grants injunctive relief to Ledgers. Instead, Ledgers must demonstrate to a court that injunctive relief is warranted under the specific circumstances. This provides a layer of protection for franchisees, as it prevents Ledgers from obtaining an injunction without judicial review. This type of modification is not uncommon, as many states have franchise laws that aim to balance the rights and obligations of franchisors and franchisees.