Where will arbitration or mediation take place for a Beyond Juicery Eatery franchise purchased in Washington?

According to Beyond Juicery Eatery's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for any arbitration or mediation involving a franchise purchased in Washington, the location will be in the state of Washington. However, the specific site can also be a place mutually agreed upon by both parties at the time of the arbitration or mediation. If no agreement is reached, the arbitrator or mediator will determine the location during the proceedings.

This stipulation protects franchisees in Washington by ensuring that they are not forced to travel to a distant or inconvenient location for dispute resolution. It provides flexibility by allowing both parties to agree on a location that suits them, while also providing a default mechanism for the arbitrator or mediator to decide if an agreement cannot be reached. This is more favorable for the franchisee than standard franchise agreements, which often require arbitration to occur at the franchisor's principal place of business.

Additionally, the FDD states that if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement, a franchisee in Washington 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 further protects the franchisee's rights under Washington law.