What law governs claims related to the Deka Lash Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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- Pennsylvania Law. This Agreement is effective upon its acceptance in Pennsylvania by Company's authorized personnel. Pennsylvania governs all claims that in any way relates to or arises out of this Agreement or any of the dealings of the parties ("Claims").
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- Jurisdiction and Venue. In any suit over any Claims, the parties agree to the sole and exclusive venue and personal jurisdiction in the state and federal court of the city or county of Company's National Office, presently the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania state and federal courts.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 63–234)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Deka Lash Franchise Disclosure Document, the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement is governed by Pennsylvania law. Specifically, the FDD states that Pennsylvania law governs all claims that relate to or arise out of the agreement or any dealings between the parties.
This means that any legal disputes or claims related to the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement will be interpreted and resolved under Pennsylvania law, regardless of where the franchisee is located. Additionally, any lawsuit regarding claims must be filed in the state or federal court of the city or county of Deka Lash's National Office, which is presently the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania state and federal courts.
As a prospective franchisee, it is important to understand which state's laws govern the agreement, as laws vary from state to state. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to understand their rights and obligations under Pennsylvania law and how it may impact their specific circumstances.