Who is released from claims in the general release required for Augusta Lawn Care franchise relocation?
Augusta_Lawn_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (e) You and Your Related Parties that are parties to this Agreement shall have executed a general release, in a form satisfactory to Augusta Lawn Care, of any and all claims against Augusta Lawn Care and its Related Parties, affiliates, successors and assigns, and their respective directors, officers, shareholders, partners, agents, representatives, servants and employees in their corporate and individual capacities, including, without limitation, claims arising under this Agreement, any other agreement between You and Augusta Lawn Care or its affiliates, and federal, state, and local laws and rules; and
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 44–184)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Augusta Lawn Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee chooses to relocate their business, they must execute a general release. This release protects Augusta Lawn Care and its related parties from any claims.
Specifically, the release covers Augusta Lawn Care and its Related Parties, affiliates, successors, and assigns. It also extends to their respective directors, officers, shareholders, partners, agents, representatives, servants, and employees in both their corporate and individual capacities. This means that the franchisee agrees not to sue or make any claims against these individuals or entities.
The claims covered by this release include, but are not limited to, those arising under the Franchise Agreement, any other agreements between the franchisee and Augusta Lawn Care or its affiliates, and federal, state, and local laws and rules. This is a broad release that aims to protect Augusta Lawn Care from a wide range of potential legal actions related to the franchise agreement and the franchisee's operation of the business before the relocation.