What is the condition for a Bang Cookies franchisee to not be required to indemnify the franchisor in Indiana?

According to Bang Cookies' 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, an Indiana franchisee is not required to indemnify the franchisor if the liability imposed on the franchisor results from the franchisee's reliance on or use of procedures or products that Bang Cookies required, provided the franchisee utilized these procedures or products as instructed by Bang Cookies. This amendment clarifies the franchisee's obligations regarding indemnification, specifically addressing situations where the franchisee's actions, based on the franchisor's requirements, lead to liability for the franchisor.

This condition protects the franchisee from being held responsible for liabilities that arise from following Bang Cookies' mandated procedures or using their required products. It ensures that franchisees are not penalized for adhering to the franchisor's operational guidelines. This provision is particularly relevant as it balances the franchisor's need to control operational standards with the franchisee's need to avoid undue liability when following those standards.

For a prospective Bang Cookies franchisee in Indiana, this means that if they follow the franchisor's prescribed procedures or use the required products in the manner directed, they will not be required to cover the franchisor's liabilities resulting from those actions. This offers a degree of protection and aligns the responsibility for liabilities with the party that dictated the procedures or product usage. Franchisees should ensure they meticulously follow all required procedures and product usage guidelines to benefit from this protection.