If litigation is pursued against Beyond Juicery Eatery, in which county must it be pursued?

According to Beyond Juicery Eatery's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, any litigation against the company must be pursued in courts located in the county of their principal place of business at the time the action is filed, subject to state law. This means that if a franchisee has a legal dispute with Beyond Juicery Eatery that results in a lawsuit, the franchisee will likely need to bring that suit in the county where Beyond Juicery Eatery's main office is located.

The FDD specifies that this choice of forum is "subject to state law," indicating that certain state franchise laws could override this provision and allow a franchisee to pursue litigation in their own state or county. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to understand how their state's laws might affect this clause.

This type of clause is relatively common in franchise agreements, as it provides the franchisor with a predictable and centralized location for resolving legal disputes. However, it can create additional costs and logistical challenges for franchisees who may need to travel or hire local counsel in the franchisor's jurisdiction. Franchisees should consider these potential costs when evaluating the franchise opportunity.