Tahini's Mediterranean Cuisine

What is the nature of the pending litigation case initiated against the franchisor, and what is the expected timeline for resolution?

Can you provide a detailed breakdown of the $1,212 monthly technology fee and explain how this compares to industry standards for similar fast-casual restaurant franchises?

The franchise currently has 0 operating units. What is the timeline for unit development, and how many franchisees have signed agreements but not yet opened?

Given that territory is non-exclusive with no encroachment protection, what prevents the franchisor from opening company-owned locations or approving franchisees in the same geographic area?

Can you provide historical examples of how renewal conditions and termination causes have been applied to existing franchisees?

What specific support and training are provided relative to the Support & Training score of 87, which falls below the typical range of 90-100 for this category?

The renewal fee is $20,000 (50% of the current franchise fee). Will this renewal fee cap at the current amount, or could it increase based on future fee changes?

What are the 15 curable defaults versus the 20 non-curable defaults outlined in the termination clause, and can you provide examples of how disputes have been resolved?

Since all disputes must be resolved through mandatory binding arbitration in Dover, Delaware, what is the typical cost and timeline for arbitration based on past cases?

What are the specific requirements franchisees must complete to renew their agreement after the initial 10-year term?

Can you provide information on franchisees who have attempted to renew their agreements and whether all renewal conditions were successfully met?

The franchisor may stipulate minimum, maximum, or exact prices for franchisees to charge customers. How often has this pricing control been exercised, and in what categories?

Are there designated suppliers for furniture, fixtures, equipment, and signage, and what is the pricing markup or margin structure for these required purchases?

How is the non-compete clause enforced post-termination or non-renewal, and are there any legal precedents from past cases?

What recourse do franchisees have if they believe the franchisor has breached the agreement or violated franchise laws?

Can you explain the cross-default provisions that apply to other agreements with the franchisor and provide examples of how they have been triggered?

As a personal guarantor under the agreement, what specific liabilities and indemnification obligations would I assume as a franchisee shareholder?

Has the franchisor ever terminated a franchisee agreement, and if so, what were the primary reasons and outcomes?

Given the franchise is currently at 0 operating units, what is the franchisor's track record with other restaurant concepts or brands?