Quiznos, the nationwide sandwich shop chain, has agreed to settle a months-long dispute with a franchisee who has been one of its most vocal critics. The company is also working to resolve other legal complaints about alleged improper business practices.
Chris Bray of Killeen, Texas, who owns two Quiznos stores, told The Associated Press via e-mail Tuesday he has resolved his legal disputes with the company. He declined to elaborate; the terms of the agreement are confidential.Bray’s attorney, Justin Klein, and Quiznos Chief Legal Officer Richard Emmett said Bray has agreed to sell his two franchises. They also declined to discuss the specifics.
Bray, who until recently was president of the support group Toasted Subs Franchisee Association sued Quiznos in December, as did several other franchisees, after it sought to terminate their franchise contracts.
Quiznos claimed the franchisees posted information on the association’s Web site that harmed the company and violated their contracts. The information related to a California franchise owner involved in a lawsuit with Quiznos who had committed suicide in November. The Web site also had a link to a memorial fund for his family.
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