Where must any litigation to enforce the Stretch Zone Franchise Agreement be filed?

According to Stretch Zone's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, any litigation to enforce the Franchise Agreement must be filed in the courts where Stretch Zone's principal office is located when the litigation is filed. Currently, Stretch Zone's principal office is located in Broward County, Florida. This is subject to state law.

This means that if a franchisee has a legal dispute with Stretch Zone that escalates to litigation, the franchisee will likely need to pursue the case in Broward County, Florida, regardless of where their franchise is located. This could involve significant travel expenses and the need to hire legal counsel familiar with Florida law.

Choice of forum clauses are common in franchise agreements, as they allow the franchisor to manage legal disputes in a location convenient for them. Prospective franchisees should consider the potential costs and burdens associated with litigating in the franchisor's home jurisdiction before investing in a Stretch Zone franchise.