How are disputes involving the Byrider agreement resolved?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- The "Summary" section of Item 17(v), entitled "Dispute resolution by arbitration" is deleted and replaced with the following:
To the extent required by the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law (unless such requirement is preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act), arbitration will be at a site to which Byrider Franchising Partners and you mutually agree.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 88–335)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Byrider Franchise Disclosure Document does not contain comprehensive information regarding how disputes are resolved. However, it does mention dispute resolution in the context of North Dakota franchisees.
According to the FDD, for franchisees in North Dakota, the standard dispute resolution clause involving arbitration is modified. Specifically, the "Summary" section of Item 17(v), entitled "Dispute resolution by arbitration" is deleted and replaced. Instead, to the extent required by the North Dakota Franchise Investment Law (unless such requirement is preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act), arbitration will occur at a site mutually agreed upon by Byrider and the franchisee.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review Item 17 in its entirety and consult with a legal professional to fully understand the dispute resolution process, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation, as well as the applicable governing laws and venues. It is important to understand the specific procedures and costs associated with each method of dispute resolution, as well as any limitations or restrictions that may apply.