What must a Burros Fries franchisee do regarding trade name or fictitious name registration?
Burros_Fries Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
nchisee agreesto indemnify us under Section 18 of this Agreement which includes any claims arising out of Franchisee's failure to perform its obligations as described above.
It is Franchisee's sole responsibility and absolute obligation to research all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations governing the operation of a Burros & Fries Business. Franchisee must secure and maintain in force all required licenses, permits and certificates relating to the operation of its Business and must at all times operate it in full compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations (including without limitation, regulations relating to fictitious name registrations, sales tax permits, fire clearances, safety, truth in advertising, occupational hazards, indoor air quality, health, laws relating to non-discrimination in hiring and accessibility, worker's compensation and unemployment insurance). In addition, Franchisee must comply with consumer protection laws and regulations concerning food preparation, handling and storage, "Truth in Menu" concerning menu item names, product content, labeling and nutritional claims. We make no representations or assurances as to what inspections, licenses, permits, authorizations or otherwise will be required for Franchisee in the Franchisee's area in connection with its Business. It is Franchisee's sole responsibility to identify and obtain all licenses,
permits, certifications and authorizations necessary for operation. Franchisee agrees to maintain high standards of honesty, integrity, fair dealing and ethical conduct in all business activities.
Franchisee shall agree to comply and/or assist us in our compliance efforts, as applicable, with any and all laws, regulations, Executive Orders or otherwise relating to antiterrorist activities, including without limitation the U.S. Patriot Act, Executive Order 13224 and related U.S. Treasury and/or other regulations. In connection with such compliance efforts, Franchisee agrees not to enter into any prohibited transactions and to properly perform any currency reporting and other activities relating to the Franchise Business as may be required by law.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Burros Fries Franchise Disclosure Document, it is the franchisee's responsibility to research and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the operation of their Burros Fries business. This includes securing and maintaining all required licenses, permits, and certificates, such as those related to fictitious name registrations.
Burros Fries makes no representations about what specific inspections, licenses, permits, or authorizations will be required in the franchisee's area. It is solely up to the franchisee to identify and obtain all necessary items for operation. This means a prospective franchisee must conduct thorough due diligence to understand the specific requirements in their chosen location.
Furthermore, the franchisee must operate and advertise the business under the name "Burros & Fries" unless otherwise authorized or required by Burros Fries. The franchisee must also indicate to third parties that the business is independently owned and operated under a license from Burros Fries. Upon termination or expiration of the franchise agreement, the franchisee must immediately cease using the Burros Fries names and marks.