Does the Caring Transitions franchise agreement state that geographic and temporal restrictions on competition are reasonable?

According to the 2025 Caring Transitions Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement explicitly states that the geographic and temporal restrictions on a franchisee's ability to compete with Caring Transitions and its other franchisees are considered reasonable and necessary to protect the franchisor's business interests in the relevant markets. This acknowledgement is part of the broader covenants that apply after the termination or transfer of the franchise agreement.

Specifically, for a period of two years after the agreement's expiration, termination, or transfer, the franchisee is restricted from owning, operating, or having any interest in a business that offers similar services such as moving management, estate liquidation, or household liquidation services. This restriction applies within a 15-mile radius of the franchisee's territory or any other Caring Transitions franchisee's territory. Additionally, the franchisee is prohibited from soliciting referrals for these services from shared referral sources within the same geographic boundaries.

The Caring Transitions franchise agreement also includes a clause stating that these restrictions are severable and contain different but overlapping provisions that should be enforced simultaneously, as permitted by law. If any part of these restrictions is deemed invalid, it will be modified to allow for enforcement to the extent possible, without affecting the remaining provisions. This comprehensive approach indicates the franchisor's intent to protect its market and brand integrity through enforceable non-compete terms.