What state's franchise law is recognized in the addendum for Monicals Pizza?
Monicals_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
FOR THE STATE OF WISCONSIN
This Addendum to the Franchise Agreement is agreed to this day of, 20, between Monical Pizza Corporation and to amend and revise said Franchise Agreement as follows: 1. The Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law Title XIV-A Ch. 135, Sec. 135.01-135.07 shall supersede any conflicting terms of the Franchise Agreement. 2. exhibits or attachments thereto, the terms of this Addendum shall govern. This provision of this Addendum is effective only to the extent that the jurisdictional requirements of the Wisconsin Fair Dealership 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 Franchise Agreement or 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:
FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
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- THE CALIFORNIA FRANCHISE INVESTMENT LAW REQUIRES THAT A COPY OF ALL PROPOSED AGREEMENTS RELATING TO THE SALE OF THE FRANCHISE BE DELIVERED TOGETHER WITH THE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT.
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- Section 31125 of the California Corporations Code requires us to give you a Disclosure Document, in a form containing the information that the commissioner may by rule or order require, before a solicitation of a proposed material modification of an existing franchise.
You must sign a general release if you renew or transfer your franchise. California Corporations Code §31512 voids a waiver of your rights under the Franchise Investment Law (California Corporations Code §§31000 through 31516). Business and Professions Code §20010 voids a waiver of your rights under the Franchise Relations Act (Business and Professions Code §§20000 through 20043).
| 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 | |||
| | 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 | ||
| 1. follows: | In recognition of the Minnesota Franchise Law, Minn. Stat., Chapter 80C, §80C.01 through 80C.22, and the Rules and Regulations promulgated pursuant thereto by the Minnesota Commission of Securities, Minnesota Rule 2860.4400, et seq., the Area Development Agreement for Monical Pizza Corporation is amended as | |||
| 1. | In recognition of the requirements of the Indiana Deceptive Franchise Practices Law, IC 23-2.2.7 and the Indiana Franchise Disclosure Law, IC 23-2-2-2.5, the Area Development Agreement for Monical Pizza Corporation is amended as follows: |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 46–257)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, Monicals Pizza acknowledges the franchise laws of California, Wisconsin, Maryland, Minnesota, and Indiana within its multi-state addenda.
For California, the addendum emphasizes that all proposed agreements must be delivered with the disclosure document, as mandated by the California Franchise Investment Law. It also highlights the franchisee's rights under the California Corporations Code and Business and Professions Code, which prevent waiving rights under the Franchise Investment Law and Franchise Relations Act, respectively.
For Wisconsin, the addendum states that the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law supersedes any conflicting terms in the franchise agreement. The addendum for Maryland addresses the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law, ensuring it prevails in case of conflicting laws and setting a three-year limit for claims arising under this law. The addendum for Minnesota references the Minnesota Franchise Law, including specific statutes and rules regarding termination notice, liquidated damages, and franchisee rights. Finally, the addendum for Indiana acknowledges the Indiana Deceptive Franchise Practices Law and the Indiana Franchise Disclosure Law, specifically addressing unlawful unilateral termination of a franchise.
Prospective Monicals Pizza franchisees should carefully review the addenda specific to their state to understand how these laws impact their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement. This ensures compliance and awareness of legal protections available in their respective jurisdictions.