The boycott against White Castle stems from a legal dispute involving a property owner named James Leonard in Indianapolis. Leonard, who bought property near 38th Street and Keystone Avenue to develop a self-storage business and support small food businesses, discovered after the purchase that there was an existing easement giving White Castle the right to use part of his land as a driveway. This easement was part of a lease signed between White Castle and the previous property owner, Palmer Properties, valid until 2030, which Leonard was not aware of when buying the property. This has resulted in a legal battle that Leonard says is causing him significant income loss because White Castle denies him full use of the land. Leonard and supporters have called for a boycott of White Castle as a way to protest this situation, alleging unfairness and economic harm to Leonard, who is fighting to regain control and usage of his property. White Castle states they need the easement for customer access and have attempted negotiations, but they emphasize they want to protect jobs and be a good community neighbor. The dispute highlights tensions over property rights, community development, and longstanding agreements.
