Where will arbitration or mediation take place for an Extreme Art Studio franchise purchased in Washington?

According to the 2024 Extreme Art Studio Franchise Disclosure Document, for any franchise purchased in Washington, the arbitration or mediation site will be in Washington. However, the location can be 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.

This means that if a dispute arises between an Extreme Art Studio franchisee in Washington and the franchisor, the initial location for resolving the dispute through arbitration or mediation will be within the state of Washington. This provides a level of convenience and potentially reduces travel costs for the franchisee during the dispute resolution process.

However, the FDD also indicates that the location can be altered if both parties agree to a different site or if the arbitrator or mediator decides on an alternative location during the proceedings. This flexibility allows for consideration of factors such as the convenience of witnesses or the location of relevant evidence. The franchisee also has the right to 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 if litigation is not precluded by the franchise agreement.