Where will the arbitration or mediation site be located for a Best Brains franchise purchased in Washington?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- Site of Arbitration, Mediation, and/or Litigation. In any arbitration or mediation involving a franchise purchased in Washington, the arbitration or mediation site will be either in the state of Washington, or in a place mutually agreed upon at the time of the arbitration or mediation, or as determined by the arbitrator or mediator at the time of arbitration or mediation. In addition, if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement, a franchisee may bring an action or proceeding arising out of or in connection with the sale of franchises, or a violation of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, in Washington.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 42–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee purchases a Best Brains franchise in Washington, the arbitration or mediation site will be in Washington. However, the site can be a place mutually agreed upon at the time of the arbitration or mediation, or as determined by the arbitrator or mediator at the time of arbitration or mediation.
This addendum ensures that Washington franchisees are not forced to travel to a distant location for dispute resolution, which could significantly increase their costs and inconvenience. The franchisee can negotiate a mutually agreeable location or rely on the arbitrator/mediator to determine a fair site.
Additionally, the Washington Addendum states that if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement, a franchisee may bring an action or proceeding arising out of or in connection with the sale of franchises, or a violation of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, in Washington. This provides an additional layer of protection for franchisees in Washington, allowing them to pursue legal action in their home state under certain circumstances.