What is the deadline for the arbitrators to render their written decision in a Camp Margaritaville arbitration?

According to the 2025 Camp Margaritaville FDD, if a dispute goes to arbitration, the arbitrators are required to conduct the arbitration and render their written decision or award within one hundred eighty (180) calendar days of their selection. This decision must include specific findings of fact and conclusions of law. This arbitration is binding and not subject to reversal by any court, except in cases of intentional misconduct by an arbitrator.

This means that once the arbitration process is underway, Camp Margaritaville franchisees can expect a relatively quick resolution, with a decision rendered within approximately six months. The requirement for specific findings of fact and conclusions of law ensures a transparent and reasoned decision-making process. The binding nature of the arbitration provides a degree of certainty, although it also limits the ability to appeal the decision unless there is evidence of misconduct by an arbitrator.

It's important to note that either party can apply to any court of competent jurisdiction to enforce the arbitration order. Additionally, if the arbitration panel does not decide any issue connected with the dispute, either party can apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for equitable relief and/or damages regarding that issue, after complying with the procedure set forth above.