What is considered a 'Casualty' event affecting a Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham facility?

According to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a 'Casualty' event for a Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham facility is defined as the destruction or significant damage to the facility. This damage must be caused by an act of God or another event that is beyond the franchisee's reasonable anticipation and control.

For a prospective Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham franchisee, this definition is important because it clarifies the types of events that would be considered 'Casualty' situations under the franchise agreement. This can have implications for insurance coverage, business interruption clauses, and the franchisee's obligations to repair or rebuild the facility after such an event.

The phrase 'beyond your reasonable anticipation and control' suggests that events that could have been prevented or mitigated by the franchisee's actions may not be considered a 'Casualty'. It is important for franchisees to understand this definition and ensure they have adequate insurance and risk management plans in place to protect their investment.