Where can Angry Chickz file a claim relating to the release agreement?

According to the 2025 FDD, Angry Chickz has options regarding where to file a claim related to the release agreement. Specifically, Angry Chickz can file a claim in the court where its principal offices are located. Alternatively, Angry Chickz can file a claim where the franchisee resides or does business. Finally, Angry Chickz can file a claim in the court where the claim arose.

This means that Angry Chickz has multiple venues to choose from when initiating legal action related to the release agreement, potentially allowing them to select the most advantageous location based on factors such as convenience, familiarity with local laws, or perceived bias of the court. This flexibility benefits Angry Chickz, as it can strategically choose the legal venue that best suits its interests in a dispute.

For a prospective franchisee, this clause highlights the importance of understanding that any legal disputes related to the release agreement could be initiated by Angry Chickz in a location that may be distant or unfamiliar to the franchisee. Therefore, franchisees should be prepared to potentially litigate in California (where Angry Chickz's principal offices are located), where their business operates, or where the specific claim originated, which could involve additional travel expenses and the need to hire legal counsel familiar with the laws and procedures of that jurisdiction.