What does the Cinnaholic developer irrevocably waive regarding jurisdiction for actions not subject to mandatory arbitration?

According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for legal actions not requiring mandatory arbitration, the developer (franchisee) submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of federal and state courts in the district where Cinnaholic's main executive office is located when the action is filed. The developer agrees not to object to this jurisdiction or venue.

Specifically, the developer irrevocably waives, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any objection based on forum non conveniens. This legal doctrine allows a court to dismiss a case if another court or forum is better suited to hear it. By waiving this, the Cinnaholic developer agrees to have disputes heard in the specified jurisdiction, even if another location might seem more convenient or appropriate.

This clause impacts a prospective Cinnaholic franchisee by limiting their ability to argue that a lawsuit should be heard in their local court. They are bound to the jurisdiction where Cinnaholic's principal executive office is located, which could increase their legal costs and inconvenience if a dispute arises. Franchise agreements often contain clauses specifying jurisdiction and venue to provide clarity and predictability for both parties, though the specific implications depend on the location of Cinnaholic's main office relative to the franchisee's business.