If there is a conflict of laws, which law prevails for a Ledgers franchise in Washington?
Ledgers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
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In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW will prevail.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum to the Franchise Disclosure Document, Franchise Agreement, and Related Agreements applies if the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington, the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington, and/or the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
Specifically, in the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW, will prevail for a Ledgers franchise in Washington. This means that if any part of the franchise agreement clashes with the state's franchise laws, the state law takes precedence.
This protection is important for prospective Ledgers franchisees in Washington because it ensures that their rights under state law are upheld, even if the franchise agreement attempts to limit those rights. Franchisees should carefully review the Washington Addendum and understand their rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act.