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What organization conducts the non-binding mediation between Chicken Guy and the Developer?

Chicken_Guy Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • A. Mediation. Except as provided with respect to injunctive relief as set forth in this Agreement, in the event of any dispute arising from or in connection with this Agreement or the breach thereof or the relationship of the parties, the parties shall use their best efforts to settle the dispute by consulting and negotiating with each other in good faith to attempt to reach a solution satisfactory to both parties. If these methods fail, Chicken Guy and Developer agree to submit any claim, controversy, or dispute arising out of this Agreement or the relationship of the parties to non-binding mediation conducted by the American Arbitration Association (the "AAA") and in accordance with its then-current rules for commercial mediation. Once either party has submitted a dispute to mediation, the obligation to attend will be binding on both parties. Both parties must sign a confidentiality agreement before participating in any mediation proceeding. The mediation will take place in the city where Chicken Guy's principal offices are located at the time the demand for mediation is filed. If a dispute cannot be resolved through mediation, the parties agree to submit the dispute to arbitration, subject to the terms and conditions of Section 22.B.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–286)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Chicken Guy's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, disputes arising from the agreement between Chicken Guy and the Developer will be submitted to non-binding mediation conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA). This mediation will follow the AAA's then-current rules for commercial mediation.

Both parties are obligated to attend the mediation once a dispute is submitted, and both must sign a confidentiality agreement before participating in the mediation. The location for the mediation will be in the city where Chicken Guy's principal offices are located at the time the demand for mediation is filed.

If the dispute remains unresolved after mediation, the parties agree to submit the dispute to arbitration, following specific terms and conditions outlined in another section of the agreement. This process ensures that both parties attempt to resolve issues through mediation before resorting to binding arbitration.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.