Common use of Exception to Arbitration Clause in Contracts

Exception to Arbitration. Notwithstanding the above, if ▇▇▇▇▇▇ violates paragraphs 10, 12, 13, and 14 above, Cascade will have the right to initiate the court proceedings described in paragraph 15 above, in lieu of an arbitration proceeding. Cascade may initiate these proceedings wherever appropriate within Washington state, but ▇▇▇▇▇▇ will consent to venue and jurisdiction in Snohomish County, Washington.