According to All County, is the entire mediation process confidential?

According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the mediation process is considered confidential. Specifically, the FDD states that the mediation proceeding, including any negotiations and results, will be treated as a compromise settlement negotiation. Therefore, the entire process is to be kept confidential.

This confidentiality clause means that any discussions, offers, or information exchanged during the mediation cannot be disclosed or used outside of the mediation process. This encourages open and honest communication between All County and the franchisee, as both parties can explore potential resolutions without fear that their statements will be used against them later in court or arbitration, with the exception of what is required by law.

For a prospective All County franchisee, this confidentiality is a significant benefit. It provides a safe environment to attempt to resolve disputes with All County without risking public exposure or legal repercussions from candid discussions. However, it's important to remember that while the mediation itself is confidential, the outcome and any settlement agreements reached may be subject to disclosure depending on legal requirements.