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What specific disputes led to the 3 cases where the franchisor was named as defendant, and what were the outcomes or settlement terms?

Can you provide details on the 2 cases the franchisor initiated as plaintiff, including the parties involved and current status?

What is the status of the 1 pending litigation case, and what is the subject matter of the dispute?

Why is the transfer fee set at $35,000, which is nearly 80% higher than industry norms for this franchise category?

The transfer rate of 6.2% is notably high—what percentage of franchisees actively choose to transfer versus close their units, and what factors drive transfers?

Given the 35-year initial term and 35-year renewal option (70 years total), how do renewal terms and conditions differ from the initial agreement, and what happens if a franchisee wishes to exit before renewal?

The non-compete radius of 5 miles is below industry standards—how is this enforced in practice, and are there instances where franchisees have opened competing businesses within this radius?

Item 19 financial performance data is available—what percentage of franchisees achieved the reported median and average gross sales figures, and over what time period?

Can you explain the purpose and frequency of the $405 technology fee, and what specific technology services and support are included?

What renewal conditions are included in the franchise agreement, and how many of the 7 termination causes are within the franchisor's discretion versus franchisee-controlled?

The litigation data shows 2 cases in the past 3 years and 1 pending—what is the nature of these disputes (e.g., royalty disputes, breach of contract, trademark issues)?

Since territory is non-exclusive with no encroachment protection, can the franchisor open competing units within a franchisee's market area?

How many of the 19 unit closures in 2022 and 2024 were due to franchisor-initiated action versus voluntary closures by franchisees?

The personal guarantee requirement applies to both franchisee and spouse—are there any circumstances under which this requirement can be waived or modified?

What does the indemnification clause require franchisees to cover, and have there been claims made against franchisees for indemnification in past litigation?

The binding arbitration clause with no appeal rights and venue in Suffolk County, New York—how would a franchisee outside New York be affected by these dispute resolution terms?

What support and training services justify the perfect 100/100 support score, and are there additional costs beyond the franchise fee and royalties?

Over the past 3 years, what percentage of franchisees renewed versus exited at the end of their term, and what were the primary reasons given by those who did not renew?

Given the 6 percent royalty and $405 technology fee, what is the typical franchisee's total ongoing cost as a percentage of gross sales at the median and average sales levels reported?