The BAM Map · https://www.thebammap.com/rights/north-dakota/ · September 26, 2026 · a guide to public law and BAM Franchising’s own filings; not legal advice
What the law says about a Bricks & Minifigs store in North Dakota.
This copy covers the 2026 edition as amended September 9, the one a buyer receives today. To print the edition you signed under, choose your year on the live page first. Every edition is there.
Registration state Fee deferral on record
BAM lists 0 open stores in North Dakota. Below: the state’s statutes, BAM’s own addendum for North Dakota in each edition of its disclosure document, the conditions on BAM’s registration here, and what the document said in the year you signed.
This is a guide to public law and to BAM’s own filings. It is not legal advice, and nothing here is a finding of law or of any person’s liability. Statutes have deadlines, defenses and definitions that turn on facts this page cannot see: what you signed, when, and what you were told. A franchise lawyer licensed in your state can tell you what reaches you. BAM denies wrongdoing in the litigation described on this site.
Was BAM registered here?
| Edition | Effective in North Dakota per BAM’s Exhibit K |
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| 2017 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2018 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2019 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2020 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2021 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2022 edition | pending |
| 2023 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2024 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2025 edition | blank in the filed copy |
| 2026 edition, April 8 | May 12, 2026 |
| 2026 edition as amended September 9 | May 12, 2026 |
In the copies BAM filed with Minnesota for 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025, every date cell in the state effective-dates table is blank; the 2022 copy reads “pending” for every state. The copy a buyer receives carries the dates. Your receipt page and your Exhibit K show yours.
North Dakota requires a franchise to be registered before it is offered or sold. A sale made while no registration was in effect is the first thing the statute below addresses.
Conditions on BAM’s registration here
BAM’s own addendum for North Dakota says initial fees are deferred until the store opens in these editions: 2017 edition, 2018 edition, 2019 edition, 2020 edition, 2021 edition, 2022 edition, 2023 edition, 2024 edition, 2025 edition, 2026 edition, April 8, 2026 edition as amended September 9. A fee taken before opening, while that condition applied, was taken contrary to a condition of the registration.
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
BAM Franchising, 2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
BAM Franchising, 2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
North Dakota has imposed a financial condition under which the initial franchise fees due will be deferred until the franchisor has fulfilled its initial pre-opening obligations under the Franchise Agreement and the franchise is open for business.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
“Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.”
BAM’s addendum for North Dakota, in its own words
Each edition’s complete addendum text, as filed, is on the live page.
2017 edition
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Clackamas County, Oregon. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Clackamas County, Oregon, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2017 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Clackamas County, Oregon. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Clackamas County, Oregon, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.
Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
Complete text of the North Dakota addendum, 2017 edition
2018 edition (same clauses in 2019, 2022 and 2023)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2018 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.
Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
Complete text of the North Dakota addendum, 2018 edition
2019 edition (same clauses as 2018)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2019 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2019 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2019 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2019 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2019 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.
Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
2020 edition
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w ofthe Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2020 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2020 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2020 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2020 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State ofNorth Dakota.”
2020 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State ofNorth Dakota.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w ofthe Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
2021 edition
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice oflaw clauses in Item 17w ofthe Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2021 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2021 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2021 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2021 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State ofNorth Dakota.”
2021 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 ofthe North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State ofNorth Dakota.
The governing law or choice oflaw clauses in Item 17w ofthe Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.
Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
2022 edition (same clauses as 2018)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2022 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2022 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2022 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2022 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2022 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.
Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.
Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
2023 edition (same clauses as 2018)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2023 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2023 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2023 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2023 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2023 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota. The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
2024 edition (same clauses in 2025)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
“No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.”
2024 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota. The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement. North Dakota has imposed a financial condition under which the initial franchise fees due will be deferred until the franchisor has fulfilled its initial pre-opening obligations under the Franchise Agreement and the franchise is open for business. No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
2025 edition (same clauses as 2024)
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
“No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.”
2025 edition, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefor are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota. The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement.
No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
2026 edition, April 8
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section
51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefore are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
“No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.”
2026 edition, April 8, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section
51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefore are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota. The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement. No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
2026 edition as amended September 9
Where you can sue, and under whose law.
“The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.
The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
General releases.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
Other rights the addendum states.
“Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
“Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefore are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
“Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
“No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.”
2026 edition as amended September 9, North Dakota addendum
The whole addendum
The Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement provide for arbitration and mediation of disputes to be held in Utah County, Utah. These provisions may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement relating to jurisdiction of courts in Utah County, Utah, may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law, and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement requiring franchisee to sign a general release upon renewal of the Franchise Agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Sections of the Disclosure Document and agreement stipulating that the franchisee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisor in enforcing the agreement may not be enforceable under Section 51-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and are amended accordingly to the extent required by law. Provisions of the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement that require the franchisee to consent to termination or liquidated damages (if applicable) have been determined by the North Dakota Securities Commissioner to be unfair, unjust and inequitable within the intent of Section 15-19-09 of the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law and therefore are not enforceable in North Dakota. They are by this reference deleted from the Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement. Covenants not to compete such as those contained in the Franchise Agreement may not be unenforceable in the State of North Dakota. The governing law or choice of law clauses in Item 17.w of the Disclosure Document and Section 25 of the Franchise Agreement granting authority to a state other than North Dakota may not be enforceable and are amended accordingly to the extent required by North Dakota franchise law. Disclosure Document Item 5 and Franchise Agreement Section 9: All Initial Franchise Fees will be due and payable only after the Franchisor has fulfilled all initial obligations owed to the Franchisee under the Franchise Agreement or other documents and the Franchisee has commenced doing business pursuant to the Franchise Agreement. No statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed or agreed to by a franchisee in connection with the commencement of the franchise relationship shall have the effect of (i) waiving any claims under any applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, or (ii) disclaiming reliance on any statement made by any franchisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise.
The statutes
North Dakota Franchise Investment Law (N.D. Cent. Code chapter 51-19).
“It is unlawful for any person to offer or sell any franchise in this state unless the offer of the franchise has been registered under this chapter or exempted under section 51-19-04.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-03, registration of offer required.
Official text“The commissioner may summarily issue a stop order denying the effectiveness of any registration or of any exemption under section 51-19-05 if the commissioner finds: a. That there has been a failure to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter or the rules of the commissioner pertaining thereto. b. That the offer, sale, or purchase of the franchise would constitute misrepresentation to or deceit or fraud upon purchasers thereof or has worked or tended to work a fraud upon purchasers or would so operate. [...] i. That the method of sale or proposed method of sale of franchises or the operation of the business of the franchisor or any term or condition of the franchise agreement or any practice of the franchisor is or would be unfair, unjust, or inequitable to franchisees.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-09(1), commissioner may deny, suspend or revoke registration; grounds include unfair terms.
Official text“1. It is unlawful for any person knowingly to subscribe to or make or cause to be made any material false statement or representation in any application, financial statement, notice, report, or other document filed under any provision of this chapter or to omit to state any material statement or fact in any such application, financial statement, notice, report, or document which is necessary in order to make the statements made, in the light of the circumstances under which they are made, not misleading, or to fail to notify the commissioner of any material change as required under subsection 6 of section 51-19-07. 2. It is unlawful for any person in connection with the offer, sale, or purchase of any franchise, directly or indirectly: a. To employ any device, scheme, or artifice to defraud; b. To make any untrue statement of a material fact or to omit to state a material fact necessary in order to make the statements made, in the light of the circumstances under which they are made, not misleading; or c. To engage in any act, practice, or course of business which operates or would operate as a fraud or deceit upon any person.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-11(1) and (2), false statements in filings; fraud, untrue statements and omissions in the offer or sale.
Official text“1. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter or any rule or order issued by the commissioner thereunder is liable to the franchisee or subfranchisor who may bring an action for damages, for rescission, or for such other relief as the court may deem appropriate. [...] 3. In any action under this section, the franchisee or subfranchisor, if successful, is also entitled to costs and disbursements plus reasonable attorney's fees.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-12(1) and (3), civil liability: damages, rescission, other relief, costs and attorney's fees.
Official text“No action may be brought under this section after five years from the date that the aggrieved party knew or reasonably should have known about the facts that are the basis for the alleged violation. This subsection does not apply to any action under sections 51-19-09 and 51-19-11.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-12(5), limitation period: five years from discovery.
Official text“Any condition, stipulation, or provision purporting to bind any person acquiring any franchise to waive compliance with any provision of this chapter or any rule or order hereunder is void.”
N.D. Cent. Code 51-19-16(7), waivers of the chapter void.
Official textThe federal Franchise Rule, 16 CFR Part 436. It has no private right of action of its own; it sets what BAM had to disclose and when, and every state statute above measures the document against it.
“In connection with the offer or sale of a franchise to be located in the United States of America or its territories, unless the transaction is exempted under subpart E of this part, it is an unfair or deceptive act or practice in violation of Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act: (a) For any franchisor to fail to furnish a prospective franchisee with a copy of the franchisor's current disclosure document, as described in subparts C and D of this part, at least 14 calendar-days before the prospective franchisee signs a binding agreement with, or makes any payment to, the franchisor or an affiliate in connection with the proposed franchise sale. (b) For any franchisor to alter unilaterally and materially the terms and conditions of the basic franchise agreement or any related agreements attached to the disclosure document without furnishing the prospective franchisee with a copy of each revised agreement at least seven calendar-days before the prospective franchisee signs the revised agreement. Changes to an agreement that arise out of negotiations initiated by the prospective franchisee do not trigger this seven calendar-day period.”
16 CFR 436.2(a) and (b), disclosure document 14 calendar days before signing or payment; revised agreements seven days before signing.
Official text“(v) Whether the franchisee must participate in any other advertising fund. If so, state: (A) Who contributes to the fund. (B) How much the franchisee must contribute to the fund and whether other franchisees must contribute a different amount or at a different rate. (C) Whether the franchisor-owned outlets must contribute to the fund and, if so, whether it is on the same basis as franchisees. (D) Who administers the fund. (E) Whether the fund is audited and when it is audited. (F) Whether financial statements of the fund are available for review by the franchisee. (G) How the funds were used in the most recently concluded fiscal year, including the percentages spent on production, media placement, administrative expenses, and a description of any other use.”
16 CFR 436.5(k)(4)(v), Item 11: advertising fund disclosures (who contributes, who administers, audit, financial statements, how the funds were used).
Official text“(vi) If not all advertising funds are spent in the fiscal year in which they accrue, how the franchisor uses the remaining amount, including whether franchisees receive a periodic accounting of how advertising fees are spent. (vii) The percentage of advertising funds, if any, that the franchisor uses principally to solicit new franchise sales.”
16 CFR 436.5(k)(4)(vi) and (vii), Item 11: unspent advertising funds and funds used to solicit franchise sales.
Official text“(8) Disclose, to the extent known, the name, address, telephone number, email address, and Web address (to the extent known) of each trademark-specific franchisee organization associated with the franchise system being offered, if such organization: (i) Has been created, sponsored, or endorsed by the franchisor. If so, state the relationship between the organization and the franchisor (for example, the organization was created by the franchisor, sponsored by the franchisor, or endorsed by the franchisor). (ii) Is incorporated or otherwise organized under state law and asks the franchisor to be included in the franchisor's disclosure document during the next fiscal year. Such organizations must renew their request on an annual basis by submitting a request no later than 60 days after the close of the franchisor's fiscal year. The franchisor has no obligation to verify the organization's continued existence at the end of each fiscal year. Franchisors may also include the following statement: “The following independent franchisee organizations have asked to be included in this disclosure document.””
16 CFR 436.5(t)(8), Item 20: listing of trademark specific franchisee organizations, including independent associations that ask to be included.
Official text“It is an unfair or deceptive act or practice in violation of Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act for any franchise seller covered by part 436 to: (a) Make any claim or representation, orally, visually, or in writing, that contradicts the information required to be disclosed by this part. [...] (c) Disseminate any financial performance representations to prospective franchisees unless the franchisor has a reasonable basis and written substantiation for the representation at the time the representation is made, and the representation is included in Item 19 (§ 436.5(s)) of the franchisor's disclosure document. In conjunction with any such financial performance representation, the franchise seller shall also: (1) Disclose the information required by § 436.5(s)(3)(ii)(B) and (E) of this part if the representation relates to the past performance of the franchisor's outlets. (2) Include a clear and conspicuous admonition that a new franchisee's individual financial results may differ from the result stated in the financial performance representation. [...] (h) Disclaim or require a prospective franchisee to waive reliance on any representation made in the disclosure document or in its exhibits or amendments. Provided, however, that this provision is not intended to prevent a prospective franchisee from voluntarily waiving specific contract terms and conditions set forth in his or her disclosure document during the course of franchise sale negotiations.”
16 CFR 436.9(a), (c) and (h), additional prohibitions: contradicting the disclosure document; unsubstantiated financial performance representations; reliance disclaimers.
Official textWhat the document said, by edition
Each line is on this site with its record. The edition you received is on your receipt page.
2023 edition: 1 documented statement
Item 10. “We do not provide direct or indirect financing and do not assist in providing financing for you. We do not guarantee any notes or financial obligations.”
The recordBAM Franchising is the named lender on a $45,000 promissory note signed February 5, 2023 by the buyers of the Salem store, and its own audited statements carry the note. The financing assistance that does not exist
2024 edition: 3 documented statements
Item 10. “We do not provide direct or indirect financing and do not assist in providing financing for you.”
The recordBAM is the named lender on a $45,000 store-acquisition note dated February 5, 2023; its 2026 balance sheet carries a loan to the Peoria store. The financing assistance that does not exist
Item 3. No litigation to disclose.
The recordPlastic Palette LLC and Christina Cooper v. BAM Franchising, Clackamas County 24CV06902, was filed February 7, 2024, pleading $1,450,000, before this edition issued. It has never appeared in Item 3. The Canby store and the Cooper suit
Item 21. Audited and interim statements as attached.
The recordMinnesota’s examiner wrote on June 3, 2024 that the years in Item 21 did not match the balance sheet, and imposed a financial condition on the registration because of the ratio of current assets to current liabilities. The June 3, 2024 deficiency notice
2025 edition: 6 documented statements
Item 10. “We do not provide direct or indirect financing.”
The recordThe $45,000 note of February 2023 on which BAM is lender. The financing assistance that does not exist
Item 3. No litigation to disclose.
The recordCooper, 24CV06902, pending since February 2024, omitted. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 20. Zero Oregon outlets reacquired from franchisees in 2024.
The recordBAM’s own verified complaint pleads that it repossessed the Keizer store on November 14, 2024 and sold it in early 2025 to its own recruiter and inspector. BAM’s own words, the ledger
Item 1 and Item 2. No parents to disclose; the chief financial officer serves “the Franchisor and the Franchisor’s Parent.”
The recordThe same document denies a parent and names one. The disclosure, edition by edition
Item 2. “He has been co-owner of Kragle, LLC, our franchisee in Orem, Utah, since June 2017.”
The recordBAM bought the Orem store from Kragle, the McNeff family company, in December 2024. The sentence stayed. BAM bought the Orem store from the McNeffs
Item 21, Note 5. A $140,000 note at 6 percent “requires monthly principal and interest payments of $9,305 from January 2024.”
The recordThe payment figure is copied from the Block Party Bricks note above it; the schedule shows all $140,000 unpaid at the end of 2024. BAM bought the Orem store from the McNeffs
2026 edition, April 8: 9 documented statements
Item 3. “Other than these actions, no litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.”
The recordCooper, 24CV06902, $1,450,000, pending since February 2024, omitted. The Salem franchisees’ suit followed on April 16 and the case against Reckless Ben on May 27; the amendment came September 9. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 13. “We have registrations for the following marks.”
The recordOn June 30, 2026 BAM assigned the entire interest in all thirteen marks and applications to BAM IP Holdings, LLC, recorded July 8. No amendment to Item 13 followed. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 21. Unaudited interim financials “dated April 8, 2026” attached.
The recordThe interim attached was a management report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, prepared April 8, 2025. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 20. Outlet tables as stated.
The recordThe Keizer takeover and resale show no reacquisition and no sale to a franchisee; the Wesley Chapel store is listed twice and its operating corporation never. Wesley Chapel and the warrant
Hawaii addendum. “This registration is currently effective in California and Washington.”
The recordExhibit K of the same document lists California as “Pending”; California’s regulator shows nothing filed in 2026. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 1. “We have one affiliate, Bricks by the Box, LLC.”
The recordItem 20 counts a subfranchisor in Labrador and the balance sheet carries a Canada investment; the audited notes call the affiliate a Virginia company and Item 1 a Utah one. BAM’s own words, the ledger
Item 2. “Kragle, LLC, our franchisee in Orem, Utah.”
The recordBought by BAM in December 2024. BAM bought the Orem store from the McNeffs
Item 11. “The franchise spent all of the advertising funds collected.”
The recordThe table under the sentence shows money left over, and the sentence repeats a 2022 figure. The fund
Item 10. “We do not provide direct or indirect financing.”
The recordThe $45,000 note on which BAM is lender. The financing assistance that does not exist
2026 edition as amended September 9: 5 documented statements
Item 3. “As of August 31, 2026, BAM has settled claims against Co-Defendant, Bryan Mansell and acquired … a permanent injunction against Mr. Mansell.”
The recordNo court has entered a permanent injunction against Bryan Mansell. The injunction on the docket is the preliminary one of July 7. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 3. Cooper, 24CV06902, still omitted.
The recordA $1,450,000 suit pending since February 2024, stayed since May 2024. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 13. “We have registrations for the following marks.”
The recordAll thirteen marks were assigned to BAM IP Holdings, LLC on June 30, 2026. The September amendment, sentence by sentence
Item 2. “Kragle, LLC, our franchisee in Orem, Utah.”
The recordBought by BAM in December 2024; certified again September 9, 2026. BAM bought the Orem store from the McNeffs
Item 20. The Utah company-owned outlet, 2024: none reacquired.
The recordBAM bought the store from its officers’ company that December and the table recorded nothing. BAM bought the Orem store from the McNeffs
The term, the venue clause and the cover-page warnings, by edition
BAM’s own Item 17 and state cover page, as filed. Your state addendum above may override the venue clause.
2017 edition
Term and renewal.
“Equal to the initial term of your Franchise Premises lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 10 years).
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods that match each renewal term of your lease for the Franchise Premises (but not less than 5 years or more than 10 years for each renewal period).”
Item 17, 2017 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Clackamas County State of Oregon (subject to state law).
State of Oregon laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2017 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Clackamas County, State of Oregon (subject to State law).”
Item 17, 2017 edition
“1) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT PERMITS YOU TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE ONLY IN OREGON. OUT OF STATE MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION MAY FORCE YOU TO ACCEPT A LESS FAVORABLE SETTLEMENT FOR DISPUTES. IT MAY ALSO COST MORE TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE WITH BAM FRANCHISING, INC. IN OREGON THAN IN YOUR HOME STATE.”
State cover page, 2017 edition
“2) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT STATES THAT OREGON LAW GOVERNS THE AGREEMENT, AND THIS LAW MAY NOT PROVIDE THE SAME PROTECTIONS AND BENEFITS AS LAWS IN YOUR STATE. YOU MAY WANT TO COMPARE THESE LAWS.”
State cover page, 2017 edition
“3) THE TERRITORY IS NOT EXCLUSIVE. YOU MAY FACE COMPETITION FROM OTHER FRANCHISEES, FROM FRANCHISOR-OWNED OUTLETS, OR FROM OTHER CHANNELS OF DISTRIBUTION, OR COMPETITIVE BRANDS THAT WE CONTROL. HOWEVER, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT, WHILE THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT IS IN FORCE AND YOU ARE NOT IN DEFAULT OF ANY MATERIAL PROVISIONS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, WE WILL NOT ESTABLISH OR LICENSE TO OTHERS THE RIGHT TO ESTABLISH A BRICKS & MINIFIGS® FRANCHISE WITHIN YOUR TERRITORY.”
State cover page, 2017 edition
“4) THERE MAY BE OTHER RISKS CONCERNING THIS FRANCHISE.”
State cover page, 2017 edition
2018 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Franchise Premises lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). The initial term is 5 years if you own the Franchise Premises.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Franchise Premises (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). Each renewal term is 5 years if you own the Franchise Premises.”
Item 17, 2018 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2018 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2018 edition
“1) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT PERMITS YOU TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE ONLY IN UTAH. OUT OF STATE MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION MAY FORCE YOU TO ACCEPT A LESS FAVORABLE SETTLEMENT FOR DISPUTES. IT MAY ALSO COST MORE TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE WITH BAM FRANCHISING, INC. IN UTAH THAN IN YOUR HOME STATE.”
State cover page, 2018 edition
“2) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT STATES THAT UTAH LAW GOVERNS THE AGREEMENT, AND THIS LAW MAY NOT PROVIDE THE SAME PROTECTIONS AND BENEFITS AS LAWS IN YOUR STATE. YOU MAY WANT TO COMPARE THESE LAWS.”
State cover page, 2018 edition
“3) THE TERRITORY IS NOT EXCLUSIVE. YOU MAY FACE COMPETITION FROM OTHER FRANCHISEES, FROM FRANCHISOR-OWNED OUTLETS, OR FROM OTHER CHANNELS OF DISTRIBUTION, OR COMPETITIVE BRANDS THAT WE CONTROL. HOWEVER, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT, WHILE THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT IS IN FORCE AND YOU ARE NOT IN DEFAULT OF ANY MATERIAL PROVISIONS OF THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, WE WILL NOT ESTABLISH OR LICENSE TO OTHERS THE RIGHT TO ESTABLISH A BRICKS & MINIFIGS® FRANCHISE WITHIN YOUR TERRITORY.”
State cover page, 2018 edition
“4) THERE MAY BE OTHER RISKS CONCERNING THIS FRANCHISE.”
State cover page, 2018 edition
2019 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). The initial term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). Each renewal term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2019 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2019 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2019 edition
“1) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT PERMITS YOU TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE ONLY IN UTAH. OUT OF STATE MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION MAY FORCE YOU TO ACCEPT A LESS FAVORABLE SETTLEMENT FOR DISPUTES. IT MAY ALSO COST MORE TO MEDIATE AND ARBITRATE WITH BAM FRANCHISING, INC. IN UTAH THAN IN YOUR HOME STATE.”
State cover page, 2019 edition
“2) THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT STATES THAT UTAH LAW GOVERNS THE AGREEMENT, AND THIS LAW MAY NOT PROVIDE THE SAME PROTECTIONS AND BENEFITS AS LAWS IN YOUR STATE. YOU MAY WANT TO COMPARE THESE LAWS.”
State cover page, 2019 edition
“3) THERE MAY BE OTHER RISKS CONCERNING THIS FRANCHISE.”
State cover page, 2019 edition
2020 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). The initial term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). Each renewal term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2020 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2020 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2020 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement requires you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2020 edition
2021 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial teen of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). The initial term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal ten!' of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). Each renewal term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2021 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2021 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2021 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement requires you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2021 edition
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss or your investment.”
State cover page, 2021 edition
2022 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). The initial term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 5 years or more than 7 years). Each renewal term is 5 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2022 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2022 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2022 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement requires you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2022 edition
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss or your investment.”
State cover page, 2022 edition
2023 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). The initial term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). Each renewal term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2023 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2023 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2023 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement as well as the area development agreement require you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2023 edition
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss or your investment.”
State cover page, 2023 edition
“3. Financial Condition. The franchisor’s financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements (see Item 21), calls into question the franchisor’s financial ability to provide services and support you.”
State cover page, 2023 edition
2024 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). The initial term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). Each renewal term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2024 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2024 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2024 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement as well as the area development agreement require you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2024 edition
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss or your investment.”
State cover page, 2024 edition
“3. Financial Condition. The franchisor’s financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements (see Item 21), calls into question the franchisor’s financial ability to provide services and support you.”
State cover page, 2024 edition
“4. Unopened Franchises. The franchisor has signed a significant number of franchise agreements with franchisees who have not yet opened their outlets. If other franchisees are experiencing delays in opening their outlets, you also may experience delays in opening your own outlet.”
State cover page, 2024 edition
2025 edition
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). The initial term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). Each renewal term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2025 edition
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2025 edition
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2025 edition
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement as well as the area development agreement require you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2025 edition
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss or your investment.”
State cover page, 2025 edition
“3. Financial Condition. The franchisor’s financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements (see Item 21), calls into question the franchisor’s financial ability to provide services and support you.”
State cover page, 2025 edition
“4. Unopened Franchises. The franchisor has signed a significant number of franchise agreements with franchisees who have not yet opened their outlets. If other franchisees are experiencing delays in opening their outlets, you also may experience delays in opening your own outlet.”
State cover page, 2025 edition
“5. Unregistered Trademark. The primary trademark that you will use in your business is not federally registered. If the franchisor's right to use this trademark in your area is challenged, you may have to identify your business and its products or services with a name that differs from that used by other franchisees or the franchisor. This change can be expensive and may reduce brand recognition of the products or services you offer.”
State cover page, 2025 edition
2026 edition, April 8 (same text in September 2026)
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). The initial term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). Each renewal term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2026 edition, April 8
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2026 edition, April 8
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2026 edition, April 8
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement as well as the area development agreement require you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2026 edition, April 8
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss of your investment.”
State cover page, 2026 edition, April 8
“3. Financial Condition. The franchisor’s financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements (see Item 21), calls into question the franchisor’s financial ability to provide services and support you.”
State cover page, 2026 edition, April 8
“4. Unopened Franchises. The franchisor has signed a significant number of franchise agreements with franchisees who have not yet opened their outlets. If other franchisees are experiencing delays in opening their outlets, you also may experience delays in opening your own outlet.”
State cover page, 2026 edition, April 8
“5. Unregistered Trademark. The primary trademark that you will use in your business is not federally registered. If the franchisor's right to use this trademark in your area is challenged, you may have to identify your business and its products or services with a name that differs from that used by other franchisees or the franchisor. This change can be expensive and may reduce brand recognition of the products or services you offer.”
State cover page, 2026 edition, April 8
2026 edition as amended September 9 (same text as April 2026)
Term and renewal.
“The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is equal to the initial term of your Accepted Location lease (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). The initial term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.
If you meet certain requirements, then you may renew for successive periods. Each renewal term of the franchise will match the renewal term of your lease for the Accepted Location (but not less than 10 years or more than 12 years). Each renewal term is 10 years if you own the Accepted Location.”
Item 17, 2026 edition as amended September 9
Venue and governing law.
“Litigation in Utah County State of Utah (subject to state law).
State of Utah laws apply (unless prohibited by laws of state where Franchise is located).”
Item 17, 2026 edition as amended September 9
Arbitration.
“Arbitration and mediation in Utah County, State of Utah (subject to state law).”
Item 17, 2026 edition as amended September 9
“1. Out-of-State Dispute Resolution. The franchise agreement as well as the area development agreement require you to resolve disputes with the franchisor by mediation, arbitration and/or litigation only in Utah. Out-of-state mediation, arbitration, or litigation may force you to accept a less favorable settlement for disputes. It may also cost more to mediate, arbitrate, or litigate with the franchisor in Utah than in your own state.”
State cover page, 2026 edition as amended September 9
“2. Mandatory Minimum Payments. You must make minimum royalty or advertising fund payments regardless of your sales levels. Your inability to make the payments may result in termination of your franchise and loss of your investment.”
State cover page, 2026 edition as amended September 9
“3. Financial Condition. The franchisor’s financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements (see Item 21), calls into question the franchisor’s financial ability to provide services and support you.”
State cover page, 2026 edition as amended September 9
“4. Unopened Franchises. The franchisor has signed a significant number of franchise agreements with franchisees who have not yet opened their outlets. If other franchisees are experiencing delays in opening their outlets, you also may experience delays in opening your own outlet.”
State cover page, 2026 edition as amended September 9
“5. Unregistered Trademark. The primary trademark that you will use in your business is not federally registered. If the franchisor's right to use this trademark in your area is challenged, you may have to identify your business and its products or services with a name that differs from that used by other franchisees or the franchisor. This change can be expensive and may reduce brand recognition of the products or services you offer.”
State cover page, 2026 edition as amended September 9
What you can ask for in writing, today
The fund statement. Item 11 of the 2026 document: “We will prepare an annual un-audited statement of monies collected and costs incurred by the Fund and furnish it to you upon written request.” Every franchisee pays 1 percent of revenue into the fund. The request is a letter. What the fund’s own terms say
The document itself, from the state. Every edition BAM has filed since 2019 can be downloaded from the Minnesota Department of Commerce without asking the company. The September 2026 amendment is there, and so are the earlier editions. Minnesota CARDS, file 9006
An independent franchisee association, listed in the document. The federal Franchise Rule requires a franchisor to list, in Item 20, any independent franchisee organization that has asked in writing to be included. Once asked, it appears in every document BAM issues after that. The association question
Where to file
North Dakota Securities Department (now operating within the North Dakota Insurance Department; securities.nd.gov redirects to insurance.nd.gov). Complaint intake
Federal Trade Commission. ReportFraud.ftc.gov takes reports from anyone, at any time. Reports are not public; they feed the database the Commission acts on when patterns form. https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/
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The fair reading, and its limit. This is a guide to public law and to BAM’s own filings. It is not legal advice, and nothing here is a finding of law or of any person’s liability. Statutes have deadlines, defenses and definitions that turn on facts this page cannot see: what you signed, when, and what you were told. A franchise lawyer licensed in your state can tell you what reaches you. BAM denies wrongdoing in the litigation described on this site.
Sources. BAM Franchising, Inc., Franchise Disclosure Documents 2017 through the September 2026 amendment, as filed with the Minnesota Department of Commerce, file 9006: the state addenda, Exhibit K, the state cover pages. Statute text from each state legislature’s official site and ecfr.gov, accessed September 26, 2026. Store locations and opening dates from BAM’s own store finder and store records, as on the stores map. Franchisee names are not shown on this page.