Does the Maryland addendum to the Monicals Pizza Area Development Agreement change any fees?
Monicals_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| between Monical Pizza Corporation and | This Addendum to the Area Development Agreement is agreed to this day of, 20, by and | |
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| 1. | In recognition of the requirements of the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, Md. | |
| as follows: | Code Ann., Bus. Reg. §§14-201-14-233, the Area Development Agreement for Monical Pizza Corporation is amended | |
| | Section 13.1 of the Area Development Agreement is amended to provide that in the event of a conflict of laws, the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law will prevail. | |
| | Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. | Any litigation between Developer and Franchisor may be instituted in any court of competent jurisdiction, including a court in the State of Maryland for claims arising under the Maryland |
| | brought within 3 years after the grant of the franchise. | Any claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law must be |
| 2. | or exhibits or attachments thereto, the terms of this Addendum shall govern. | Each provision of this Addendum shall be effective only to the extent that the jurisdictional requirements of the Maryland Law applicable to the provisions are met independently of this Addendum. To the extent this Addendum shall be deemed to be inconsistent with any terms or conditions of said Area Development |
| understands and consents to be bound by all of its terms. | IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the undersigned hereby acknowledges having read this Addendum, and | |
| MONICAL PIZZA CORPORATION: | Developer: | |
| By: | By: | |
| Title: | Title: |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 46–257)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Monicals Pizza Franchise Disclosure Document, the Maryland addendum to the Area Development Agreement does not explicitly mention any changes to fees. However, it does address legal considerations specific to Maryland.
The addendum states that the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law will prevail in the event of any conflict of laws with the Area Development Agreement. It also specifies that any litigation between the developer and Monicals Pizza Corporation can be instituted in a Maryland court for claims arising under Maryland's franchise law. Furthermore, any claims under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law must be brought within three years after the franchise is granted.
This addendum primarily focuses on ensuring compliance with Maryland franchise law, particularly regarding legal jurisdiction and the statute of limitations for claims. While it doesn't directly alter any fees, prospective Monicals Pizza developers in Maryland should understand their rights and protections under Maryland law as outlined in the addendum. It is important for franchisees to consult with a legal professional to fully understand the implications of this addendum and how it affects their Area Development Agreement with Monicals Pizza.