Is there a requirement for a Big O Tires franchisee to have employment or other written agreements with their employees?
Big_O_Tires Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Other than the above, we make no other recommendations
and have no other requirements regarding employment or other written agreements between you and your employees.
Source: Item 15 — OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISE BUSINESS (FDD pages 77–78)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Big O Tires Franchise Disclosure Document, Big O Tires does not mandate franchisees to have employment or other written agreements with their employees, beyond the standard Guaranty of Franchisee's Agreement. However, the franchisee's Big O store must be operated by an Operator or a Manager who is approved by Big O Tires. This individual could be the franchisee if they are an individual, or a different person.
The approved Operator or Manager must complete all required training programs to Big O Tires' satisfaction. The franchisee is responsible for covering all expenses for these individuals during training, including travel, room and board, and wages, unless otherwise specified in Item 11.
While Big O Tires doesn't require specific employment agreements, franchisees are obligated to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, including labor and employment laws. Franchisees are also responsible for all taxes, including unemployment taxes, and debts incurred in the operation of their franchised business. Franchisees must also indemnify Big O Tires against any claims arising from the acts or omissions of the franchisee or their employees.