Against what actual costs will Byrider Franchising Partners indemnify me?

According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Byrider Franchising Partners will indemnify franchisees against claims and for actual costs associated with defending or participating in a suit or proceeding under specific circumstances. This indemnification applies if the suit arises from the franchisee's authorized use of Byrider's Marks, or from Byrider Franchising Partners' gross negligence or willful misconduct. It also extends to situations arising from any mandatory specification, standard, or procedure contained in the Manual that is determined to be unlawful.

However, there are conditions that a franchisee must meet to be eligible for indemnification. The franchisee must provide Byrider Franchising Partners with timely notice of any such suits or proceedings pending against them and must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement. Byrider Franchising Partners retains the right to participate in and control the suit, proceeding, or litigation to the extent they deem necessary.

This means that as a Byrider franchisee, you have some protection against legal costs if you are sued for actions directly related to following Byrider's system, using their trademarks correctly, or if the franchisor is at fault. However, it's crucial to adhere to the Franchise Agreement and inform Byrider promptly of any legal issues to ensure you can receive this protection. The franchisor also maintains control over the legal proceedings, which could impact the franchisee's desired outcome.