Common use of Independent Contractor; Authority Clause in Contracts

Independent Contractor; Authority. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that this Agreement does not create a fiduciary relationship between them; that Franchise Owner shall be an independent contractor and shall hold itself out to the public as an independent contractor including in such manner as Franchisor may reasonably specify; and that nothing in this Agreement is intended to constitute either party an agent, legal representative, subsidiary, joint venturer, partner, employee or servant of the other for any purpose whatsoever. It is understood and agreed that nothing in this Agreement authorizes Franchise Owner to make any contract, agreement, warranty or representation on Franchisor's behalf, or to incur any debt or other obligation in Franchisor's name, and that Franchisor shall in no event assume liability for, or be deemed liable under this Agreement as a result of, any such action or by reason of any act or omission of Franchise Owner in its conduct of the Franchised Business, or any claim or judgment arising therefrom against Franchisor.