What law governs the relationship between Moes Southwest Grill and its franchisees in Washington?
Moes_Southwest_Grill Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
provision in a franchise agreement restricting jurisdiction or venue to a forum outside this state or requiring the application of the laws of another state is void with respect to a claim otherwise enforceable under this Act."
WASHINGTON ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT, THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, AND ALL RELATED AGREEMENTS
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
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 92)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Moe's Southwest Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the relationship between Moe's Southwest Grill and its franchisees in Washington is governed by the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW. This law takes precedence in the event of any conflict of laws.
The Washington Addendum modifies the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements if the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington, the purchaser is a resident of Washington, or the franchised business is located or operated in Washington.
Additionally, RCW 19.100.180, which concerns the Franchisee Bill of Rights, may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement, especially regarding termination and renewal. Court decisions may also override the franchise agreement concerning the franchisee's relationship with Moe's Southwest Grill. Franchise agreement provisions are subject to state law.