What representation is the franchisee making to Beef O Bradys as an inducement to enter the agreement?
Beef_O_Bradys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| I,, want to attend the initial training program and/or power shift offered by FSC Franchise Co., LLC ("Family Sports") in order to be qualified to own, operate and/or manage a Beef 'O' Brady's® Family Sports Pub ("Family Sports Pub"), pursuant to a franchise agreement between Family Sports and me, my employer, or a company with which I am affiliated. To induce Family Sports to allow me to attend the initial training program, I agree, | |
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| attest and acknowledge the following: | |
| 1. | During the initial training program, I will receive hands-on training at a Family Sports Pub and at other training facilities during which I will operate food service equipment and supplies and, therefore, there is a risk of injury and harm. |
| 2. | I understand and acknowledge that I am not an employee of Family Sports or its affiliates for any purpose whatsoever. |
| 3. | Since I am not an employee of Family Sports, I will not be entitled to any workers compensation coverage from Family Sports or any of its affiliates (although I may be entitled to such coverage from my own employer). |
| 4. | I waive any right to sue for damages or other relief, and release any claim I may have against Family Sports and/or any of its affiliates, agents, officers and directors, for any claims, losses, damages, liabilities or obligations that arise out of any injury I suffer during and as a result of my training with Family Sports. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this waiver and release is not intended to nor shall it act as a release, estoppel or waiver of any liability incurred under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. |
| 5. | My participation in the training program does not entitle me to a Family Sports Pub franchise. Franchises are granted only by separate agreement. |
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS. (FDD pages 66–330)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beef O Bradys FDD, a franchisee or their representative, before attending the initial training program, must acknowledge certain conditions to induce Beef O Bradys to allow their attendance. Specifically, the individual acknowledges that they will receive hands-on training using food service equipment, which carries a risk of injury. They also confirm they are not considered an employee of Beef O Bradys during this training.
Because the trainee is not an employee, they understand they are not eligible for worker's compensation from Beef O Bradys. The trainee agrees to waive any rights to sue Beef O Bradys for damages related to injuries sustained during the training, with an exception for liability under Maryland franchise law.
Finally, the document clarifies that participation in the training program does not guarantee the grant of a Beef O Bradys franchise. Franchises are only awarded through a separate agreement. This acknowledgement is a prerequisite for attending the training and signifies the individual's understanding of the risks and conditions involved.