What is the purpose of the All County Acknowledgment Addendum?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ent to and notwithstanding the expiration or termination of the Franchise Agreement.
Dated: As Individuals: Do not sign this Acknowledgment Addendum if you are a resident of Maryland or the business is to be operated in Maryland.
Acknowledgments and Representations.
As you know, you and we are entering into a Franchise Agreement for the operation of an ALL COUNTY® franchise. The purpose of this Acknowledgment Addendum is to determine whether any statements or promises were made to you that we have not authorized or that may be untrue, inaccurate or misleading, and to be certain that you understand the limitations on claims that may be made by you by reason of the offer and sale of the franchise and operation of your business. Please review each of the following questions carefully and provide honest responses to each question. All representations requiring prospective franchisees to assent to a release, estoppel or waiver of liability are not intended to nor shall they act as a release, estoppel or waiver of liability incurred under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the purpose of the Acknowledgment Addendum is to confirm whether any unauthorized, untrue, inaccurate, or misleading statements or promises were made to the prospective franchisee during the franchise sales process. This addendum ensures that the franchisee understands the limitations on claims they can make regarding the offer, sale, and operation of the All County franchise.
The Acknowledgment Addendum requires prospective franchisees to carefully review and honestly answer a series of questions. This process aims to identify any discrepancies between what was communicated to the franchisee and what is officially authorized by All County. By signing this addendum, the franchisee acknowledges their understanding of these limitations and confirms the accuracy of the information they received.
It is important to note that if a prospective franchisee is a resident of Maryland or the All County business is to be operated in Maryland, they should not sign the Acknowledgment Addendum. Additionally, the document clarifies that any representations requiring franchisees to release, waive, or be estopped from liability do not apply to liability incurred under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. This ensures that franchisees in Maryland retain their rights and protections under state law, despite any general releases or waivers in the franchise agreement.