Before granting access to Augusta Lawn Care's manuals, what agreement must each employee sign?

According to the 2025 Augusta Lawn Care FDD, franchisees must obtain signed Nondisclosure, Nonsolicitation, and Noncompetition Agreements from their employees and related parties. These agreements must be in the form of Exhibit E, which is attached to the franchise agreement. Franchisees are also required to provide Augusta Lawn Care with a copy of each signed agreement upon request. This requirement ensures that confidential information and trade secrets of Augusta Lawn Care are protected.

This is a common practice in franchising to protect the franchisor's proprietary information and prevent unfair competition. By requiring these agreements, Augusta Lawn Care aims to maintain the confidentiality of its manuals, marketing plans, and other sensitive materials. The franchisee is responsible for ensuring that their employees and related parties comply with these confidentiality provisions.

The franchisee bears the responsibility of enforcing these agreements and ensuring compliance. Failure to obtain these signed agreements or to provide copies to Augusta Lawn Care upon demand could result in a breach of the franchise agreement. Prospective franchisees should carefully review Exhibit E to understand the specific terms and obligations outlined in the Nondisclosure, Nonsolicitation, and Noncompetition Agreements.