For Auntie Annes franchises in Indiana, under what circumstances are franchisees NOT required to indemnify Affiliated Parties, according to the Indiana addendum?

According to Auntie Annes's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, specifically the Indiana addendum, there are certain protections for franchisees regarding indemnification. Indemnification generally means that a franchisee agrees to protect the franchisor (and related parties) from losses or liabilities arising from the franchisee's business operations.

For Auntie Annes franchisees in Indiana, the addendum states that franchisees are not required to indemnify the Affiliated Parties under two specific circumstances. The first is for any liability caused by the franchisee's proper reliance on procedures or materials provided by Auntie Annes. This means if the franchisee follows the franchisor's instructions and incurs liability as a result, the franchisee is protected. The second is for liability caused by Auntie Annes's own negligence.

This provision offers a degree of protection to Indiana Auntie Annes franchisees, ensuring they are not held responsible for issues arising from the franchisor's actions or approved methods. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the scope of indemnification clauses and how state-specific addenda can modify these terms in their favor.