Do the parties waive trial by jury in any action related to the Healthsource Chiropractic agreement?

The 2025 Healthsource Chiropractic Franchise Disclosure Document addresses jurisdiction and venue for actions related to the franchise agreement. It specifies that the venue for any action arising out of or relating to the agreement (that is not required to be arbitrated or as to which arbitration is waived) will be in any state or federal court of general jurisdiction. However, the document does not explicitly state whether the parties waive their right to a trial by jury.

This means that while the FDD dictates where a lawsuit must be filed, it does not clarify whether a judge or a jury would decide the outcome. Franchise agreements often include clauses about waiving jury trials, so the absence of such a clause in this document is notable.

A prospective Healthsource Chiropractic franchisee should seek clarification from the franchisor or legal counsel on this point. Understanding whether you retain the right to a jury trial or if disputes will be settled by a judge is crucial for assessing potential legal risks associated with the franchise agreement.