For Clear Pest Pros franchises in Washington, can the arbitrator determine the mediation site?

According to Clear Pest Pros's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchises purchased in Washington, the arbitrator or mediator can determine the site of arbitration or mediation. The arbitration or mediation site will be either in the state of Washington, or in a place mutually agreed upon at the time of the arbitration or mediation. Alternatively, the arbitrator or mediator can determine the location at the time of arbitration or mediation.

This means that if a Clear Pest Pros franchisee in Washington has a dispute with the company that goes to arbitration or mediation, the location of these proceedings could be in Washington, a location agreed upon by both parties, or a location chosen by the arbitrator or mediator. This provides some flexibility in determining the location, potentially making it more convenient for both parties involved.

It is important to note that this determination by the arbitrator or mediator is specific to franchises purchased in Washington, due to the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act. Franchisees should be aware of this provision and how it might affect them in the event of a dispute with Clear Pest Pros.