Can the arbitrator issue summary orders in Augusta Lawn Care arbitrations?

According to Augusta Lawn Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the arbitrator has the authority to issue summary orders during arbitration. Specifically, the arbitrator can issue summary orders to dispose of all or part of a claim.

This means that the arbitrator in an Augusta Lawn Care franchise dispute has broad powers to manage the arbitration process and make decisions efficiently. The arbitrator can also provide for temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, injunctions, attachments, claim and delivery proceedings, temporary protective orders, receiverships, and other equitable and/or interim/final relief.

This clause ensures that the arbitration process can address various types of disputes and provide appropriate remedies, which may include both monetary and injunctive relief. Each party consents to the enforcement of such orders, injunctions, etc., by any court having jurisdiction.