Does the Beem Light Sauna franchisee's indemnification obligation survive the termination of the franchise agreement?

According to the 2025 Beem Light Sauna Franchise Disclosure Document, any provision requiring the franchisee to indemnify, reimburse, defend, or hold harmless the franchisor or other parties is modified. The modification stipulates that the Beem Light Sauna franchisee is not obligated to indemnify, reimburse, defend, or hold harmless the franchisor or any other indemnified party for losses or liabilities resulting from the indemnified party's negligence, willful misconduct, strict liability, or fraud.

This modification is particularly relevant for prospective franchisees as it clarifies the extent of their indemnification obligations. It ensures that franchisees are not responsible for covering losses or liabilities caused by the franchisor's actions or negligence. This provides a level of protection for the franchisee, limiting their financial exposure to situations within their control.

However, the FDD excerpt does not explicitly state whether this modified indemnification obligation survives the termination of the franchise agreement. Prospective Beem Light Sauna franchisees should seek clarification from the franchisor regarding the duration and scope of the indemnification obligations, specifically whether these obligations continue after the franchise agreement is terminated.