According to the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? National Account Service Agreement, what rights does the Franchisor reserve regarding the solicitation of National Accounts?

According to the 2025 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Franchise Disclosure Document, the National Account Service Agreement outlines specific rights that 1-800-GOT-JUNK? reserves regarding the solicitation of National Accounts. 1-800-GOT-JUNK? retains the right to solicit customers, or allow other franchisees or third parties to solicit customers, within a franchisee's territory to develop them into National Accounts. This means that even within a franchisee's exclusive territory, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? can directly pursue and secure National Accounts.

Additionally, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, Commercial Services, or their affiliates can enter into National Account agreements for services to be provided either within or outside the franchisee's territory. This implies that a franchisee may be required to service National Accounts even outside of their designated area, or conversely, that 1-800-GOT-JUNK? can assign National Accounts within the franchisee's territory to other franchisees or third parties.

This aspect of the agreement is crucial for prospective franchisees to understand. While franchisees are granted a specific territory, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? maintains control over National Accounts, which could significantly impact a franchisee's potential revenue and operational scope. Franchisees should clarify with 1-800-GOT-JUNK? how National Accounts are assigned, what percentage of revenue from National Accounts they can expect, and what recourse they have if National Accounts within their territory are assigned to others.