What warranties does Dq Treat disclaim to the fullest extent permitted by law in the agreement?

According to the 2025 Dq Treat FDD, both parties to the agreement expressly disclaim all representations and warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law, except for those representations and warranties explicitly outlined in the agreement. This disclaimer encompasses all other representations and warranties, whether they are express, implied, or statutory.

Specifically, Dq Treat disclaims implied warranties of merchantability, which ensures that goods are of acceptable quality and fit for their intended purpose. They also disclaim fitness for a particular purpose, which guarantees that goods are suitable for the specific use the buyer intends. Additionally, Dq Treat disclaims warranties against non-infringement, which protects the buyer from claims that the goods infringe on any third-party rights, such as patents or trademarks, and title.

This means that franchisees are largely relying on the explicit terms of the franchise agreement and should carefully review those terms. The disclaimer of implied warranties places a greater burden on the franchisee to conduct thorough due diligence and seek legal advice to fully understand the risks and obligations involved in the franchise agreement. Franchisees should pay close attention to the representations and warranties that ARE included in the agreement, as those are the only guarantees they can rely upon.