If Body20 pursues litigation regarding excepted disputes, in which court must the litigation be filed?

According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, litigation regarding excepted disputes must be filed in a specific court. Body20 is specific about where these disputes must be pursued.

Any litigation concerning excepted disputes must be filed exclusively in the United States District Court for the district in which Body20 has its principal place of business at the time of filing. If federal jurisdiction cannot be obtained, the litigation must be filed in the state court where Body20 has its principal place of business at the time of filing. The franchisee irrevocably consents to the jurisdiction of these courts.

This clause is important for prospective franchisees as it dictates the legal venue for certain disputes, potentially requiring them to litigate in a state far from their own. Franchisees should consider the potential costs and inconveniences associated with this requirement, including travel, local legal representation, and familiarity with the specific court's procedures. Franchisees should also be aware of the types of disputes that Body20 considers 'excepted' and thus subject to this venue requirement.