Does the Fat Shack franchise agreement require a Guaranty and Assumption of Franchisee's Obligations?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
EXHIBIT V TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
GUARANTY AND ASSUMPTION OF FRANCHISEE'S OBLIGATIONS
- A. In consideration of, and as an inducement to, the execution of the above Franchise Agreement ("Franchise Agreement") by FAT SHACK INC. ("FSI"), each of the undersigned hereby personally and unconditionally:
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- Guarantees to FSI and its successors and assigns, for the term of the Franchise Agreement, including renewals thereof, that franchisee named on the signature page ("Franchisee") shall punctually pay and perform each and every undertaking, agreement and covenant set forth in the Franchise Agreement; and
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- Agrees to be personally bound by, and personally liable for the breach of, each and every provision in the Franchise Agreement, including but not limited to, the terms of the articles and sections pertaining to non-competition during and after the term, confidentiality and the Marks and copyrighted works of FSI.
- B. Each of the undersigned waives the following:
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- Acceptance and notice of acceptance by FSI of the foregoing undertaking;
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- Notice of demand for payment of any indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed;
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- Protest and notice of default to any party with respect to the indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed;
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- Any right he or she may have to require that any action be brought against Franchisee or any other person as a condition of liability; and
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- Notice of any amendment, modification, deletion or addition of any term or condition of or to any of the obligations hereby guaranteed.
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- Notice of any termination as to future liability of any other guarantor.
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- Any and all other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which he or she may be entitled.
- C. Each of the undersigned consents and agrees that:
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- His or her direct and immediate liability under this guaranty will be joint and several;
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- He or she will render any payment or performance required under the Franchise Agreement upon demand if Franchisee fails or refuses punctually to do so;
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- His or her liability hereunder will not be contingent or conditioned upon pursuit by FSI of any remedies against Franchisee or any other person; and
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 53–223)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Yes, according to the 2025 Fat Shack Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement requires a Guaranty and Assumption of Franchisee's Obligations. Exhibit V of the franchise agreement outlines the terms of this guarantee. Individuals signing this guarantee unconditionally guarantee that the franchisee will fulfill all obligations within the franchise agreement, including payments and adherence to all covenants. This obligation extends throughout the term of the agreement, including any renewals.
Furthermore, the guarantor agrees to be personally bound by and liable for any breaches of the franchise agreement. This includes, but is not limited to, terms related to non-competition, confidentiality, and the use of Fat Shack's trademarks and copyrighted materials. The guarantor also waives several rights, including the right to receive notices related to acceptance, demand for payment, or default. They also waive any right to require Fat Shack to first pursue action against the franchisee before seeking recourse from the guarantor.
If the franchisee is a business entity such as a corporation or LLC, Fat Shack requires that all shareholders, members, partners, officers, directors, and managers execute the Guaranty and Assumption of Franchisee's Obligations. This ensures that all key individuals associated with the entity are personally liable for the franchisee's performance. This requirement is not only at the initial acquisition of the franchise but also upon any changes in ownership or management. Fat Shack also stipulates that no shares or ownership interests in the business entity can be transferred without their prior written consent, reinforcing their control over who is financially responsible for the franchise's obligations.