If the Ledgers Franchise Agreement requires a franchisee to sue in a state other than Wisconsin, how is it amended?

According to Ledgers's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if the Franchise Agreement requires a franchisee to sue in a state other than Wisconsin, it is amended to allow the franchisee to file a civil lawsuit in Wisconsin for claims arising under the Wisconsin Franchise Investment Law. This amendment ensures that Wisconsin franchisees are not forced to litigate claims related to the Wisconsin Franchise Investment Law outside of their home state.

This modification is important for prospective Ledgers franchisees in Wisconsin because it protects their right to pursue legal claims under Wisconsin law within the state's jurisdiction. Without this amendment, a Wisconsin franchisee might face the burden and expense of traveling to another state to resolve disputes, potentially discouraging them from asserting their legal rights.

This type of state-specific amendment is common in franchising to ensure compliance with local laws that provide additional protections to franchisees. Franchise agreements often contain clauses that might conflict with state laws, necessitating these addenda to ensure enforceability and fairness within each specific state.