What is the deadline for concluding mediation after receiving notice for a Crepe De Licious dispute?
Crepe_De_Licious Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Mediation hereunder shall be concluded within forty five (45) days of Area Developer's receipt of the notice specifying the designated mediator or such longer period as may be agreed upon by the parties in writing. All aspects of the mediation process shall be treated as confidential, shall not be disclosed to others, and shall not be offered or admissible in any other proceeding or legal action
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Crepe De Licious Franchise Disclosure Document, before a party can initiate arbitration or court action, they must first attempt to mediate the dispute. This mediation is non-binding and will be managed by the American Arbitration Association, following its commercial dispute mediation rules. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the mediation will occur within a five-mile radius of Crepe De Licious's main business location.
However, Crepe De Licious or the franchisee can seek immediate injunctive relief to prevent potential losses or damages without needing to go through mediation first. Injunctive relief is typically sought when there is a risk of immediate and irreparable harm.
The mediation process must conclude within 45 days from when the Area Developer receives the notice specifying the mediator. This deadline can be extended if both parties agree in writing. All aspects of the mediation are to be kept confidential and cannot be disclosed or used in other proceedings or legal actions. Each party is responsible for their own mediation costs and will split the costs of the mediator or mediation service equally.