What is the location of arbitration for a Dryject franchise purchased in Washington if not mutually agreed upon?

According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for a franchise purchased in Washington, the arbitration or mediation site will be in the state of Washington if a mutually agreed-upon location is not established at the time of arbitration or mediation, or as determined by the arbitrator or mediator. This means that if a Dryject franchisee in Washington has a dispute with the company that goes to arbitration, and they cannot agree on a location, the arbitration will take place in Washington.

This provision is favorable for Washington Dryject franchisees because it ensures that they will not be forced to travel to a distant or inconvenient location for arbitration. It also means that the arbitration will be subject to Washington state law, which may be more favorable to franchisees than the laws of other states. Franchise agreements often include clauses that require arbitration to take place in the franchisor's home state, which can be a significant disadvantage for franchisees.

It is important to note that this provision only applies to arbitrations and mediations involving a franchise purchased in Washington. If a Dryject franchisee in another state has a dispute with the company, the arbitration or mediation site will be determined by the terms of the franchise agreement and applicable state law. Additionally, 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.