Where will arbitration occur for a Dryject franchise dispute?

According to the 2025 Dryject FDD, arbitration will be conducted in the city and state where Dryject maintains its principal place of business. Currently, Dryject's principal place of business is in Hatboro, Pennsylvania. However, if there is no American Arbitration Association (AAA) office in that city, the arbitration will take place at the location of the AAA office nearest to Hatboro, Pennsylvania.

This means that a Dryject franchisee could be required to travel to Hatboro, Pennsylvania, or the nearest AAA office, to resolve any disputes with the company through arbitration. This could involve significant travel expenses and logistical challenges for franchisees who are located far from Pennsylvania. Franchisees should factor these potential costs into their investment decision.

It is important to note that the arbitrator selected must have been actively engaged in the practice of law for at least ten years and possess franchise law experience. The arbitrator will apply the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence to the extent possible, while still streamlining the administrative procedure. The laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will govern the construction and interpretation of the franchise agreement during arbitration.