What was the outcome of Gala's motion for partial summary judgment in the consolidated action related to Cicis?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
On November 1, 2024 Gala filed a motion for partial summary judgment which was denied in full.
On December 17, 2024 Sunil D.
Dharod, as Trustee of The Sunil D.
Dharod Revocable Trust, SSCP Management, LLC, and OnWin, LLC filed a separate motion for partial summary judgment which was partially granted as to GCP Cici's claims against Dharod for (1) direct breach of contract under Section 6.12 and 7.1 and (2) civil conspiracy theory.
This consolidated action is currently scheduled for a jury trial beginning July 7, 2025.
Source: Item 3 — LITIGATION (FDD pages 10–11)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a legal dispute exists between Anand Gala and Sunil Dharod, family members who co-own the Cicis Pizza brand following its acquisition. The dispute led to two separate actions: the Gala Action and the Dharod Action, which were later consolidated.
Specifically, Gala filed a motion for partial summary judgment on November 1, 2024. However, the court denied Gala's motion in full. This means that Gala's attempt to have the court rule in his favor on certain issues before trial was unsuccessful.
The consolidated action, involving claims and counterclaims between Gala and Dharod, is scheduled for a jury trial beginning July 7, 2025. The outcome of this trial will determine the resolution of the disputes related to the operation and management of the Cicis Pizza brand following its acquisition.