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Product Warranty Dispute — franchise agreement hidden fees

Started by anon_tenant_OH · Dec 26, 2025 · 1,217 views · 16 replies
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anon_tenant_OH OP

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

franchise agreement hidden fees. I've been dealing with this for about 15 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 11 months ago. I am not sure I have the original signed copy. The total amount in dispute is approximately $36,000.

What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?

JC
just_curious_driver_question

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

CB
confused_business_owner_TX

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I've handled similar cases. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The legal framework here involves both federal and state law. At the federal level, the implied covenant of good faith. Your state may provide additional protections.

One important thing — there are strict deadlines for filing these claims. Don't wait too long.

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desperate_worker_help

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

NF
newbie_freelancer_legal

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

WB
worried_business_owner_legal

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

HC
HRManager_Chicago

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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NursePractitioner_LA

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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CryptoTrader_2023

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

LT
LandlordTom_TX

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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confused_freelancer_legal

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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RestaurantOwner_Miami

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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help_me_seller_today

NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

PB
PatentAgent_Boston

I've dealt with this before.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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SeniorDevMike_PDX

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

JC
just_curious_employee_FL

NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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