What is the case number for the Enlightened Armadillo, Inc. lawsuit that involves allegations against Xponential Entities, potentially impacting Body20?
Body20 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- Enlightened Armadillo, Inc., et al. v.
Yoga Six Franchise, LLC, et al., filed November 22, 2023, Superior Court of the State of California, County of Orange, Case No. 30-2023- 01367265-CU-AT-CXC.
This action was filed by two Yoga Six® franchisees and their owners, including Enlightened Armadillo, Inc., Snug Holding Company LLC, Mark Hrubant, Ella Hrubant, and Melinda Sung (collectively, the "Y6 Plaintiffs") against (i) Y6 and Yoga Six Franchise SPV, LLC; (ii) the Xponential Entities; (iii) the H&W Entities; (iv) LAG Fit, Inc.; (v) MGAG LLC; and (vi) Anthony Geisler, Mark Grabowski, Lindsay Junk, Nate Chang, Jason Losco, Lance Freeman, Ryan Junk, Megan Moen, John Meloun, Sarah Luna, Brenda Morris, and Justin LaCava (collectively, (i) through (vi), the "Y6 Defendants").
The Y6 Plaintiffs alleged that one or more of the Y6 Defendants (a) violated pre-sale disclosure obligations under the California Franchise Investment Law by failing to provide a compliant Franchise Disclosure Document, making statements that they contend were erroneous or prohibited, and failing to disclose information that they contend necessitated disclosure; (b) fraudulently induced them to invest in franchises; (c) breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing (as to the Yoga Six entities only); and (d) engaged in unfair and deceptive trade practices.
The Y6 Plaintiffs seek (1) declaratory and injunctive relief regarding the enforcement of the mandatory arbitration provisions in their franchise agreements; (2) rescission of their franchise agreements; (3) actual and special damages; and (4) attorneys' fees, costs, and interest.
Source: Item 3 — LITIGATION (FDD pages 13–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the case number for the Enlightened Armadillo, Inc. lawsuit is Case No. 30-2023-01367265-CU-AT-CXC. This lawsuit, filed on November 22, 2023, in the Superior Court of the State of California, County of Orange, involves allegations against Xponential Entities, among other defendants.
The plaintiffs in this case, including Enlightened Armadillo, Inc., are Yoga Six franchisees who allege violations of pre-sale disclosure obligations under the California Franchise Investment Law, fraudulent inducement to invest in franchises, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and unfair and deceptive trade practices. They are seeking declaratory and injunctive relief, rescission of their franchise agreements, actual and special damages, and attorneys' fees, costs, and interest.
While Body20 states that they are not affiliated with Xponential and that these lawsuits do not involve them or their affiliates, the fact that key personnel like Lindsay Junk (Body20's CEO) and Anthony Geisler (CEO of Sequel Brands, formerly of Xponential) were involved in the Xponential entities named in the lawsuits suggests potential implications for Body20 franchisees. It is important to note that the outcome of these lawsuits could potentially affect the reputation and business practices of related entities, including Body20, even if indirectly. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these ongoing legal matters and their potential impact on Body20 before investing.