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For Eos Worldwide franchisees in Ohio, where can any legal action be brought?

Q: For Eos Worldwide franchisees in Ohio, where can any legal action be brought?

#### **FOR THE STATE OF OHIO** The Ohio Business Opportunity Plan Law requires that certain provisions contained in the Franchise Agreement for EOS Worldwide Franchising, LLC be amended to be consistent with Ohio Law. Such provisions in the Agreement are hereby amended as follows: - 1. Governing Law. In the event of a conflict of laws, Ohio law shall prevail. - 2. Jurisdiction and Venue. Any action may be brought in the appropriate state or federal court in Ohio. - 3. Limitations of Claims. The statute of limitations under Ohio Law shall apply. - 4. Revocation Period. Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 74)

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Answer from 2025 FDD Document

FOR THE STATE OF OHIO

The Ohio Business Opportunity Plan Law requires that certain provisions contained in the Franchise Agreement for EOS Worldwide Franchising, LLC be amended to be consistent with Ohio Law. Such provisions in the Agreement are hereby amended as follows:

1. Governing Law. In the event of a conflict of laws, Ohio law shall prevail.
1. Jurisdiction and Venue. Any action may be brought in the appropriate state or federal court in Ohio.
1. Limitations of Claims. The statute of limitations under Ohio Law shall apply.
1. Revocation Period.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 74)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Eos Worldwide Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees in Ohio, any legal action against Eos Worldwide may be brought in the appropriate state or federal court in Ohio. This amendment ensures that Ohio franchisees are not required to litigate disputes in a different state, which could be more costly and inconvenient.

This provision is specific to Ohio due to the Ohio Business Opportunity Plan Law, which requires certain franchise agreement provisions to align with Ohio law. This means that in the event of a legal dispute, an Eos Worldwide franchisee can pursue action within their own state, benefiting from local legal standards and potentially reducing travel and legal expenses.

Prospective franchisees should be aware that this Ohio-specific clause modifies the standard franchise agreement. Franchisees in other states may be subject to different jurisdiction and venue requirements as outlined in their respective franchise agreements. It is important for potential franchisees to carefully review the specific amendments and governing laws applicable to their state to fully understand their legal rights and obligations.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.

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