What is the limit on the number of depositions each party can take in an All Team franchise arbitration?
All_Team Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Each party will be limited to 25 document requests, 15 interrogatories and 1 deposition unless otherwise agreed to between the parties.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 33–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Team's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in the event of arbitration, each party is limited to one deposition. However, this limit can be altered if both parties agree to a different number. This limitation is put in place to help control the costs associated with arbitration.
Depositions can be a time-consuming and expensive part of legal proceedings. By limiting the number of depositions, All Team aims to streamline the arbitration process and reduce the financial burden on both the franchisor and the franchisee. This can be particularly beneficial for franchisees who may have fewer resources than the franchisor.
It is important for a prospective All Team franchisee to understand this limitation and consider its potential impact on their ability to present their case in arbitration. While the parties can agree to more depositions, there is no guarantee that the franchisor will agree. Franchisees should factor this limitation into their assessment of the franchise opportunity and consult with an attorney to understand their rights and options in the event of a dispute.