Who is responsible for complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for an All Team franchise?
All_Team Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
FRANCHISEE is solely responsible for complying with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") in all respects, and nothing contained herein or in the Confidential Operation Manual shall be construed as or implied as imposing any obligation on ATFC or its affiliates in relation to the ADA.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 33–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Team's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for complying with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This means that each All Team franchisee must ensure their agency location and business operations adhere to all ADA guidelines and regulations.
All Team Franchise Corporation (ATFC) has no obligation to ensure the franchisee's compliance with the ADA. The Franchise Agreement explicitly states that nothing within the agreement or the Confidential Operation Manual should be interpreted as imposing any ADA-related obligations on ATFC or its affiliates.
For a prospective All Team franchisee, this means they must independently understand and implement all necessary measures to comply with the ADA. This includes making reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, ensuring accessibility of the physical location, and avoiding discriminatory practices. Failure to comply with the ADA can result in legal action and financial penalties, for which the franchisee will be solely responsible.