What happens if JAMS is no longer available to conduct arbitration for Hck Hot Chicken?

According to Hck Hot Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if JAMS (Judicial Arbitration & Mediation Services, Inc.) or any successor is no longer in existence when arbitration is initiated, Hck Hot Chicken and the Area Developer will need to agree on an alternative arbitration organization to conduct the proceeding. This clause ensures that a dispute resolution mechanism remains available even if the initially specified organization ceases to exist.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that the commitment to arbitration remains intact, but the specific arbitration provider may change. It is important that both parties come to an agreement on a new arbitration organization. If an agreement cannot be reached, it could potentially lead to delays or legal challenges in resolving disputes.

This type of clause is relatively standard in franchise agreements to provide flexibility and ensure that disputes can still be resolved through arbitration, even if the named arbitration service is no longer available. Franchisees should be aware of this provision and understand that they may need to consider alternative arbitration services if the situation arises.