I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.
franchise agreement hidden fees. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.
The contract was signed 21 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $9,000.
What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
What trips people up most is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.
I think half the threads here are about this exact issue.
The #1 mistake I see here is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
The #1 mistake I see here is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.
The choice-of-law clause matters more than people think. If the contract says "governed by Texas law" but you're in New York, you might have to litigate in Texas or under Texas rules. Negotiate this before signing.