What jurisdictional requirements must be met independently for each provision of the Pearce Bespoke Amendment to be effective?

According to the 2025 Pearce Bespoke Franchise Disclosure Document, specifically the addendum required by the state of Rhode Island, each provision within the amendment to the franchise agreement is contingent upon meeting the jurisdictional requirements of the Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act. This condition must be satisfied independently for each provision, without relying on the amendment itself to fulfill these requirements.

In practical terms, this means that for any part of the Rhode Island amendment to be enforceable, the specific circumstances and legal basis must already align with what the Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act covers. The amendment cannot create jurisdiction where it doesn't already exist under Rhode Island law. This protects franchisees by ensuring that the amendment's provisions are only applied when Rhode Island law has a legitimate basis for jurisdiction.

For a prospective Pearce Bespoke franchisee in Rhode Island, this clause ensures that their rights under the Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act are upheld. It prevents Pearce Bespoke from using the amendment to circumvent the state's franchise laws. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to fully understand their rights and the jurisdictional requirements of the Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act to ensure that the provisions of the amendment are effective and enforceable in their specific situation.