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What are the insurance requirements for a Browns Chicken franchise?

Browns_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

trictions of this Section 15 shall not be applicable to the ownership of shares of a class of securities listed on a stock exchange or traded on the over-the- counter market that represent one percent (1%) or less of the number of shares of that class of securities issued and outstanding.

16. INSURANCE.

During the term of the Franchise, Franchisee shall maintain in force, under policies of insurance issued by carriers approved by Brown: (1) comprehensive public and product liability insurance and motor vehicle liability insurance (including but not limited to hired and non-owned coverage) against claims brought during or after the term of the Franchise for bodily and personal injury, death and property damage caused by or occurring in conjunction with the operation of the Store or otherwise in conjunction with the conduct of business by Franchisee pursuant to the Franchise, under one or more policies of insurance containing minimum liability protection of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit; (2) general casualty insurance, including fire and extended coverage, vandalism and malicious mischief insurance and plate glass and general theft insurance, for the replacement value of the Store and its contents; (3) Employment Practices Liability of no less than $500,000, (4) workmen's compensation insurance as required by law; and (5) business interruption insurance for a period adequate to re-establish normal business operations. Brown may from time to time increase the minimum limits of coverage required under such insurance policies and require different or

additional kinds of insurance, including excess liability insurance, to reflect inflation, identification of new risks, changes in law or standards of liability, higher damage awards or other relevant changes in circumstances. Each insurance policy shall name Brown as an additional insured on a primary basis, and shall provide for ten (10) days prior written notice to Brown of any material modification, cancellation or expiration of such policy.

Prior to the expiration of the term of each insurance policy, Franchisee shall furnish Brown with a certificate of insurance evidencing the continuation of coverage under a similar policy for an immediately following term, and upon Brown's request, a copy of each such policy. If Franchisee fails or refuses to maintain required insurance coverage or to furnish satisfactory evidence thereof and the payment of the premiums therefor, Brown, at its option and in addition to its other rights and remedies hereunder, may obtain such insurance coverage on behalf of Franchisee and Franchisee shall fully cooperate with Brown in its effort to obtain such insurance policies, promptly execute all forms or instruments required to obtain or maintain any such insurance, allow any inspections of the Store which are required to obtain or maintain such insurance and pay to Brown, on demand, any costs and premiums incurred by Brown. In the event Brown obtains Franchisee's insurance pursuant to this paragraph, Brown may withdraw the monthly costs of insurance, plus an additional ten percent (10%) administration fee, from Franchisee's bank account, through Franchisee's Bank Draft Plan established pursuant to Paragraph 19.F.

Franchisee's obligations to maintain insurance coverage as herein described shall not be affected in any manner by reason of any separate insurance maintained by Brown, nor shall the maintenance of such insurance relieve Franchisee of any obligations under Section 24 of this Agreement.

17. MARKS.

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Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 43)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Browns Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to maintain several insurance policies during the term of their franchise agreement. These policies must be issued by carriers approved by Browns Chicken. The required insurance includes comprehensive public and product liability insurance, as well as motor vehicle liability insurance, with a minimum liability protection of $1,000,000 combined single limit. This covers claims for bodily injury, death, and property damage related to the store's operation.

In addition to liability coverage, Browns Chicken franchisees must also carry general casualty insurance, including fire and extended coverage, vandalism and malicious mischief insurance, plate glass, and general theft insurance. This casualty insurance should cover the replacement value of the store and its contents. Franchisees must also maintain Employment Practices Liability insurance of no less than $500,000 and workmen's compensation insurance as required by law. Furthermore, franchisees need business interruption insurance adequate to re-establish normal business operations in case of unforeseen events.

Browns Chicken retains the right to increase the minimum coverage limits or require different or additional kinds of insurance to reflect changes in circumstances such as inflation, new risks, changes in law, or higher damage awards. Each insurance policy must name Browns Chicken as an additional insured on a primary basis and provide ten days' prior written notice to Browns Chicken of any material modification, cancellation, or expiration of the policy. If a franchisee fails to maintain the required insurance or provide satisfactory evidence of coverage and premium payments, Browns Chicken has the option to obtain the insurance on the franchisee's behalf and charge the franchisee for the costs and premiums incurred, plus a 10% administration fee, which may be withdrawn from the franchisee's bank account.

If the franchisee's store has video gaming, the franchisee must report the presence of video gaming to its insurance carrier and obtain and maintain liability insurance in an amount that Browns Chicken determines is reasonably necessary. The franchisee also indemnifies Browns Chicken against any claim, cost, damage, loss, or cause of action that may be brought against Browns Chicken arising out of the video gaming activities in the franchisee's store.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.