Terms Used In Iowa Code 523H.4

  • Franchisee: means a person to whom a franchise is granted. See Iowa Code 523H.1
  • Person: means a person as defined in section 4. See Iowa Code 523H.1
  • Rule: includes "regulation". See Iowa Code 4.1
  • Settlement: Parties to a lawsuit resolve their difference without having a trial. Settlements often involve the payment of compensation by one party in satisfaction of the other party's claims.
 A condition, stipulation, or provision requiring a franchisee to waive compliance with or relieving a person of a duty or liability imposed by or a right provided by this chapter or a rule or order under this chapter is void. This section shall not affect the settlement of disputes, claims, or civil lawsuits arising or brought pursuant to this chapter.