What does the All County franchisee agree to release All County from in consideration of site acceptance?

According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in exchange for All County's acceptance of a proposed site, the franchisee and their owners agree to release All County, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any loss, damages, and liability. This release applies to issues arising from or connected with the selection and/or acceptance of the site for developing an All County business.

This means that once All County approves a location, the franchisee waives their right to sue All County for any problems or losses that later arise specifically due to the site selection. This could include issues like poor location, unexpected repair costs, or inability to generate revenue due to site-related factors. The franchisee is taking on the risk that their chosen location will be suitable for their All County business.

It is important to note that this general release does not apply to any liability under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. This carve-out protects the franchisee's rights under Maryland franchise law, ensuring they can still pursue claims related to franchise registration and disclosure violations, regardless of the site acceptance release. Franchisees should carefully consider the implications of this release and conduct thorough due diligence on their chosen site before signing the site acceptance form.