Where can I find information about Bft's dispute resolution in the Disclosure Document?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Obligation | Section in | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section in Franchise Agreement | Multi-Unit Agreement | Disclosure Document Item | ||
| x. Dispu te resolution | Article 16 | Article 12 | Item 17 |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 37–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, information regarding dispute resolution can be found in Item 17 of the disclosure document, as well as Article 16 of the Franchise Agreement and Article 12 of the Multi-Unit Agreement.
For a prospective franchisee, this means that if disputes arise with Bft, the FDD indicates the specific sections of the Franchise Agreement and Multi-Unit Agreement that outline the procedures for resolving those disputes. Item 17 of the FDD itself will contain further details.
It is important for a prospective Bft franchisee to carefully review these sections to understand the process for resolving conflicts, including mediation, arbitration, or litigation, and the governing laws and venues for such actions. Understanding these procedures is crucial before entering into a franchise agreement.