Is a Buildingstars franchisee permitted to bring a class action lawsuit against Buildingstars?

According to the 2025 Buildingstars Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is not permitted to bring a class action lawsuit against Buildingstars. The agreement specifies that any disagreement between the franchisee and Buildingstars must be considered unique to its facts and cannot be brought as a class action.

Specifically, the franchisee waives any right to proceed against Buildingstars, its affiliates, stockholders, members, managers, officers, directors, employees, agents, successors, and assigns through a class action, multi-plaintiff, consolidated, or collective action. This waiver is a significant legal provision that limits the franchisee's ability to join with other franchisees in pursuing legal claims against Buildingstars.

This type of clause is relatively common in franchise agreements. It is designed to protect the franchisor from large, complex lawsuits involving multiple franchisees, which can be costly and time-consuming. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider the implications of waiving their right to participate in a class action, as it may affect their ability to seek redress in the event of a dispute with Buildingstars.