Does the indemnification obligation for Beyond Juicery Eatery extend to libel or slander of the System?

Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the indemnification obligations for Beyond Juicery Eatery do not explicitly mention libel or slander. However, the franchisee is required to indemnify and hold harmless Beyond Juicery Eatery, its franchisees, and affiliates from all fines, suits, proceedings, claims, demands, damages, liabilities, or costs, including attorney's fees. This broad language could potentially encompass claims related to libel or slander, depending on the specific circumstances and interpretation of the agreement.

This means that if a franchisee's actions or statements result in a libel or slander claim against Beyond Juicery Eatery, the franchisee may be responsible for covering the associated costs, including legal fees and damages. The extent of this obligation would depend on the specifics of the claim and the terms of the franchise agreement.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review the indemnification clause in the franchise agreement with their legal counsel to fully understand the scope of their potential liability. It would be prudent to seek clarification from Beyond Juicery Eatery regarding whether the indemnification extends to claims of libel or slander and under what circumstances the franchisee would be responsible for such claims.