How many depositions are each party limited to in an arbitration with Beverly Anns Cookie?
Beverly_Anns_Cookie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Depositions will be limited to a maximum of five per party and will be held within 30 days after making a request.
Additional depositions may be scheduled only with the permission of the arbitrator and for good cause shown.
Each deposition will be limited to a maximum of six hours duration.
Should a dispute arise over the extent of or propriety of any discovery request, the arbitrator will make a final determination after hearing each party's position.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 57–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beverly Anns Cookie's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in the event of arbitration, each party is limited to a maximum of five depositions. These depositions must be held within 30 days after a request is made.
Additional depositions may be scheduled if the arbitrator grants permission and good cause is demonstrated. Each deposition is limited to a maximum duration of six hours.
If a dispute arises regarding the extent or appropriateness of any discovery request, the arbitrator will make the final determination after hearing each party's position. This structured approach to discovery aims to streamline the arbitration process, manage costs, and ensure fairness to both parties involved in the dispute.