What is the name of the court where the Moehrl case against Remax is pending?

According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Moehrl case is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The case, filed on March 6, 2019, is identified as Case No. 19-cv-01610. The plaintiffs in this case are Christopher Moehrl, Michael Cole, Steve Darnell, Jack Ramey, Daniel Umpa, and Jane Ruh. Other defendants include The National Association of Realtors, Realogy Holdings Corp., HomeServices of America, Inc., BHH Affiliates, LLC, HSF Affiliates, LLC, The Long & Foster Companies, Inc., and Keller Williams Realty, Inc.

This lawsuit is one of several Moehrl-related antitrust litigations that Remax is involved in. These lawsuits generally allege violations of federal antitrust law. The outcome of such litigation can have significant financial implications for Remax, as seen in the settlement of the Burnett Action and Moehrl Action, which required Remax to pay a settlement amount of $55 million.

For a prospective Remax franchisee, the ongoing litigation highlights the importance of understanding the legal risks associated with the franchise. While Remax states its intention to vigorously defend against all claims, franchisees should be aware of the potential for legal disputes and their possible impact on the brand and its financial stability. Reviewing Item 3 in the FDD provides crucial information about the types of lawsuits Remax faces and their potential ramifications.