In the event of arbitration under Section 11.3 of the Burger King lease, where will the arbitration be held?

According to Burger King's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, any arbitration taking place under Section 11.3 of the lease agreement will be held in Miami Dade County, Florida. The arbitration will be conducted following the rules established by the American Arbitration Association, which requires a panel of three arbitrators to be appointed.

This clause specifies the location and process for resolving disputes related to the lease through arbitration, which is a common method used to settle disagreements outside of court. By agreeing to this clause, a Burger King franchisee consents to having any disputes under Section 11.3 of the lease resolved in Miami Dade County, Florida, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

For a prospective franchisee, this means they may need to travel to Miami Dade County, Florida, to participate in arbitration proceedings. They will also be subject to the rules and procedures of the American Arbitration Association, including the requirement of using three arbitrators. Franchisees should familiarize themselves with these rules and consider the potential costs and logistical challenges of arbitrating in this location.