In an action against a Canine Dimensions franchisee, what costs can Canine Dimensions recover if they prevail?
Canine_Dimensions Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If we prevail in any action against you to secure or protect our rights under the Franchise Agreement, or to enforce the terms of the Franchise Agreement, we will be entitled to recover from you reasonable attorneys' fees, experts' fees, court costs and all other expenses of litigation.
In addition, if we become a party to any action or proceeding concerning the Franchise Agreement, or any agreement between us and you or the Franchised Business, as a result of any claimed or actual act, error or omission of you or the Franchised Business, because of statutory, "vicarious", "principal/agent," "joint employer," or other liabilities imposed on us as your franchisor; or if we become a party to any litigation or insolvency proceeding involving you, then you will be liable for our reasonable attorneys' fees, expert fees, and court costs and travel and lodging costs and all other expenses incurred by us in the action or proceeding.
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 10–13)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Canine Dimensions's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if Canine Dimensions prevails in an action against a franchisee to protect its rights or enforce the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee will be responsible for Canine Dimensions's costs. These costs include reasonable attorneys' fees, experts' fees, court costs, and all other expenses of litigation. This means that if a franchisee breaches the agreement and Canine Dimensions takes legal action and wins, the franchisee must cover Canine Dimensions's legal and associated costs.
Furthermore, the franchisee may also be liable for Canine Dimensions's legal costs if Canine Dimensions becomes involved in any action or proceeding related to the Franchise Agreement due to the franchisee's actions or omissions. This includes situations where claims or liabilities are imposed on Canine Dimensions as a result of the franchisee's conduct, or if Canine Dimensions becomes a party in litigation or insolvency proceedings involving the franchisee. In such cases, the franchisee is responsible for Canine Dimensions's reasonable attorneys' fees, expert fees, court costs, travel and lodging costs, and all other expenses incurred by Canine Dimensions in the action or proceeding.
This provision highlights the importance of franchisees adhering to the Franchise Agreement and operating their businesses responsibly. Failure to do so could result in not only direct damages but also significant legal expenses if Canine Dimensions needs to take action to protect its interests. Prospective franchisees should carefully review the terms of the Franchise Agreement and understand their obligations to avoid potential legal disputes and associated costs.