What is the cure period Angry Chickz must provide to a franchisee in Minnesota before termination?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, the Franchisor will comply with Minnesota Statute 80C.14 Subd. 3-5, which require (except in certain specified cases) that a franchisee be given 90 days notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days notice for non-renewal of the franchise agreement and that consent to the transfer of the franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 54–260)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota franchisees are entitled to specific notice and cure periods before termination. Angry Chickz must provide a franchisee with 90 days' notice of termination, with 60 days to cure the issue, except in certain specified cases. This means that if Angry Chickz intends to terminate a franchise agreement in Minnesota, they must first give the franchisee written notice and allow them 60 days to correct the problem that is the basis for the termination.
This requirement is based on Minnesota Statute 80C.14 Subd. 3-5, which Angry Chickz must comply with for franchises governed by Minnesota law. Additionally, Minnesota law requires Angry Chickz to provide 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the franchise agreement. Consent to the transfer of the franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
These regulations protect Minnesota franchisees by providing them with an opportunity to address any issues before the franchise is terminated or not renewed. It also ensures that franchisees are treated fairly in the transfer process. Prospective franchisees should be aware of these Minnesota-specific protections and understand their rights under the law.