Does Aw assume liability to individuals or entities not party to the Franchise Agreement due to approvals, advice, or services provided to the franchisee?

According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Aw will not be liable to any person or legal entity who is not a party to the Franchise Agreement because of the agreement itself or by virtue of any approvals, advice, or services provided to the franchisee. The franchise agreement specifies that no other party will have, or is intended to have, any rights because of the agreement.

This provision clarifies that Aw is not responsible for any liabilities to third parties that may arise from the franchisee's operations or from any guidance Aw provides to the franchisee. This is a common provision in franchise agreements, designed to protect the franchisor from being held liable for the actions of its franchisees.

This clause protects Aw from claims by customers, suppliers, employees, or other parties who may interact with the franchisee. Franchisees should be aware of this provision and understand that they are solely responsible for their own actions and liabilities in the operation of their Aw franchise.