How many interrogatories are each side limited to in Degree Wellness arbitration discovery?
Degree_Wellness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Discovery under the arbitration will be limited to the following for each side: (i) three depositions totaling 12 hours; (ii) six interrogatories each consisting of no more than 12 questions (with no subparts); and (iii) three document requests. The discovery may also be limited in any other manner as specified by the arbitrator, who will limit discovery to the greatest extent possible consistent with basic fairness.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 66–257)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Degree Wellness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in arbitration discovery, each side is limited to six interrogatories. Each interrogatory can consist of no more than 12 questions, and subparts are not allowed.
This limitation on interrogatories, along with the limits on depositions and document requests, aims to streamline the arbitration process and control costs. Arbitration is designed to be a faster and less expensive alternative to traditional litigation, and these discovery limits support that goal.
However, the arbitrator has the discretion to further limit discovery if they deem it necessary, ensuring that the process remains fair while preventing excessive or burdensome requests. This flexibility allows the arbitrator to tailor the discovery process to the specific needs of the dispute, balancing the need for information with the goal of efficiency.