For Azal Coffee franchises in Indiana, does the post-termination non-competition covenant extend beyond the franchisee's protected area to areas around other Azal Coffee franchise locations?

According to Azal Coffee's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the post-termination non-competition covenant for franchisees in Indiana is limited to their protected area. This means that after the franchise agreement ends, the franchisee is only restricted from competing with Azal Coffee within their specific protected area.

Specifically, the FDD states that the non-competition covenant does not extend to areas within a radius of any other Azal Coffee franchise location. This is a significant benefit for Indiana franchisees, as it allows them more flexibility to pursue other business ventures outside of their protected area after their franchise agreement with Azal Coffee concludes.

This provision is outlined in an amendment to the standard Franchise Agreement for use in Indiana, highlighting that Indiana franchise law takes precedence where applicable. Therefore, a prospective Azal Coffee franchisee in Indiana can be assured that the post-termination non-compete is limited to their protected area and does not include areas surrounding other Azal Coffee locations.