Does the City Wide franchise agreement state that the franchisee is a third-party beneficiary of any other agreement to which City Wide is a party?

According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement explicitly states that the franchisee is not considered a third-party beneficiary of any other agreements City Wide may be involved in. This means that a City Wide franchisee cannot claim rights or benefits from contracts or agreements that City Wide has with other parties.

This provision protects City Wide from potential legal claims by franchisees who might try to enforce terms or seek damages based on agreements City Wide has with suppliers, vendors, or other third parties. It clarifies that the franchisee's rights and obligations are solely defined by the franchise agreement itself, and not by any external contracts City Wide may have.

For a prospective City Wide franchisee, this means they should focus entirely on the terms and conditions outlined in their franchise agreement and not assume any benefits or protections from other agreements involving City Wide. It is important to have a clear understanding of all aspects of the franchise agreement before signing, as it is the sole document governing the relationship between the franchisee and City Wide.