For a Healthsource Chiropractic franchise in Washington, can the location of mediation be determined at the time of the mediation proceeding?

According to the 2025 Healthsource Chiropractic Franchise Disclosure Document, for any arbitration or mediation involving a Healthsource Chiropractic franchise purchased in Washington, the location of the arbitration or mediation can be determined at the time of the proceeding. The site will either be in the state of Washington, or in 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 prospective Healthsource Chiropractic franchisees in Washington may have some flexibility in determining where arbitration or mediation will take place. The location could be within Washington state, a location agreed upon by both parties during the proceedings, or a location chosen by the arbitrator or mediator.

This clause provides some protection for franchisees, as it ensures that the mediation or arbitration will occur in a location that is either within the state where the franchise operates or is otherwise agreed upon or determined during the proceedings. Franchisees should be aware of this provision and consider its implications when entering into a franchise agreement with Healthsource Chiropractic.