Under Minnesota rules, can a franchisee consent to All Team obtaining injunctive relief?

According to All Team's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota Rules prohibit a franchisee from consenting to All Team obtaining injunctive relief. However, All Team retains the right to seek injunctive relief. This means that while All Team can pursue injunctive relief against a franchisee in court, the franchisee cannot be compelled to agree in advance that All Team is entitled to such relief. This protects the franchisee from being forced to waive their rights to challenge All Team's request for an injunction.

This provision is part of the Minnesota State Law Addendum to the franchise agreement, which takes precedence over any conflicting terms in the standard agreement. This addendum ensures that franchisees operating in Minnesota receive the full protection of Minnesota franchise law. The FDD also notes that the court will determine if a bond is required for injunctive relief, which is a standard legal practice to protect the franchisee in case the injunction is later found to be unwarranted.

For a prospective All Team franchisee in Minnesota, this means that they cannot be forced to sign away their right to contest an injunction sought by All Team. This is a significant protection, as injunctive relief can have serious consequences for a business. It is important for franchisees to understand their rights under state law and to consult with an attorney if they have any questions about the franchise agreement or their legal options.