Where will arbitration or mediation take place for a Deka Lash franchise purchased in Washington?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
In any arbitration or mediation involving a franchise purchased in Washington, 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, or as determined by the arbitrator or mediator at the time of arbitration or mediation. In addition, if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement, a franchisee may bring an action or proceeding arising out of or in connection with the sale of franchises, or a violation of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, in Washington.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 63–234)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee purchases a Deka Lash franchise in Washington and any arbitration or mediation is required, the location for such proceedings will be in the state of Washington. However, the exact location can be adjusted.
The specific site can be a place mutually agreed upon by both parties, Deka Lash and the franchisee, at the time the arbitration or mediation is initiated. This allows for flexibility and consideration of convenience for both parties involved.
Alternatively, if no mutual agreement can be reached, the arbitrator or mediator has the authority to determine the location at the time of the arbitration or mediation. This ensures that a decision can be made even if the parties cannot agree, preventing delays in the process. The FDD also notes that if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement, a franchisee may bring an action or proceeding arising out of or in connection with the sale of franchises, or a violation of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, in Washington.