Does Burros Fries guarantee that modifications to the system, including copyright changes, will not be required?

According to Burros Fries's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Burros Fries does not guarantee that modifications or discontinuations to the system will not be required. The document states that Burros Fries reserves the right to substitute different confidential information, trade secrets, copyrights, and patents for use in operating and maintaining the system.

Furthermore, the franchisee agrees to comply with any directions from Burros Fries to discontinue, modify, substitute, or add any new confidential information, trade secrets, copyrights, and patents at the franchisee's expense. Burros Fries explicitly states that it cannot and does not guarantee that modifications or discontinuations of any aspect of the system or any other system-related change will not be required.

In such an event, Burros Fries assumes no liability to the franchisee. The franchisee also agrees not to make any claims in connection with any modification, discontinuance, or other action, including disputes regarding licensed confidential information, trade secrets, copyrights, and patents. This indicates that Burros Fries retains the flexibility to make changes to its system and related intellectual property, and the franchisee must adapt to these changes at their own cost and risk.