Does the All County questionnaire address statements about assistance?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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 Acknowledgment Addendum includes a questionnaire to determine if unauthorized or untrue statements or promises were made during the franchise sales process. This addendum aims to ensure that prospective franchisees understand the limitations on claims they can make regarding the offer, sale, and operation of their All County franchise.
The document emphasizes the importance of honest responses to each question in the questionnaire. This process helps All County identify any misrepresentations or misunderstandings early on, potentially preventing future disputes. It also serves to protect All County from liability based on unauthorized statements made by its representatives.
However, the FDD explicitly states that for residents or businesses operating in Maryland, any representations requiring a release, estoppel, or waiver of liability will not act as such under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. This indicates that while All County uses the questionnaire to clarify understandings and limit certain claims, franchisees in Maryland retain specific legal protections.