Is Atwell Suites responsible for determining if a franchisee is a Group Member?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (f) Waiver of Liability. We are not responsible for determining whether you are a Group Member.
We shall not have any liability to you in connection with any of our acts and omissions under this Section 2.6, regardless of whether you are or are not a Group Member.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Atwell Suites is not responsible for determining whether a franchisee is considered a Group Member. The FDD states that Atwell Suites will not be held liable regarding any actions or omissions related to whether or not a franchisee is a Group Member.
As an Atwell Suites franchisee, you consent to the brand providing services in accordance with instructions from a Group Owner, and you waive any claims against Atwell Suites for losses arising from following these instructions. Depending on the relationship between Atwell Suites, the franchisee, and the Group Owner, certain fees collected may be remitted to the Group Owner. The franchisee authorizes Atwell Suites to assess, collect, and remit these fees to the Group Owner.
This arrangement means that Atwell Suites franchisees must understand their relationship with any Group Owner and the implications for fees and operational instructions. Franchisees should conduct their own due diligence to determine if they are considered a Group Member and understand the obligations and benefits associated with that designation. This includes reviewing all relevant agreements and seeking legal counsel to clarify any uncertainties.