What is the statute of limitations for bringing a claim arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law against Mr. Sandless?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The limitation on the period of time arbitration and/or litigation claims must be brought pursuant to Section 24.9 of the Franchise Agreement shall not act to reduce the 3 year statute of limitations afforded a franchisee for bringing a claim arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law.
Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document and Section 24.9 of the Franchise Agreement are amended to state that any arbitration and/or litigation claims arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law must be brought within 3 years after the grant of the franchise.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 30–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the statute of limitations for bringing a claim arising under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law is three years. This means that a franchisee has three years from the grant of the franchise to bring any arbitration or litigation claims related to violations of this law.
This amendment to Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document and Section 24.9 of the Franchise Agreement ensures that the standard limitation on the time to bring claims does not reduce the three-year statute of limitations provided to franchisees under Maryland law. This protects the franchisee's right to pursue legal action within the full statutory period.
Prospective Mr. Sandless franchisees in Maryland should be aware of this three-year limitation and consult with an attorney if they believe they have a claim under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. It is important to keep detailed records and seek legal advice promptly if any issues arise to ensure that their rights are protected within the prescribed timeframe.