What happens if there is a conflict between the Angry Chickz Franchise Agreement and the Minnesota Addendum?
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ADDENDUM TO ANGRY CHICKZ FRANCHISING LLC DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT FOR THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
1. Notice of Termination. The following statement is added to Item 17:
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.
2. Choice of Forum and Law; Waiver of Right to Jury Trial or Termination Penalties. The following statements are added to Item 17:
Minnesota Statute 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(J) prohibit the Franchisor from requiring litigation to be conducted outside Minnesota, requiring waiver of a jury trial, or requiring the franchisee to consent to liquidated damages, termination penalties or judgment notes. In addition, nothing in the Franchise Disclosure Document or agreement(s) can abrogate or reduce (1) any of the franchisee's rights as provided for in Minnesota Statute 80C or (2) franchisee's rights to any procedure, forum, or remedies provided for by the laws of the jurisdiction.
The franchisee cannot consent to the Franchisor obtaining injunctive relief. The Franchisor may seek injunctive relief. See Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(J). Also, a court will determine if a bond is required.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 54–260)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, the Minnesota Addendum includes provisions that address potential conflicts between the standard franchise agreement and Minnesota state law. Specifically, Minnesota Statute 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(J) take precedence, prohibiting Angry Chickz from requiring litigation outside of Minnesota, enforcing jury trial waivers, or imposing liquidated damages or termination penalties on franchisees in the state. These rules ensure that Minnesota franchisees retain their rights and access to local legal remedies.
Furthermore, the addendum explicitly states that nothing in the franchise agreement can reduce any franchisee's rights as provided under Minnesota Statute 80C or their rights to procedures, forums, or remedies available under Minnesota law. This protects franchisees from unfavorable terms in the standard agreement that might conflict with Minnesota's franchise regulations. The franchisee cannot consent to Angry Chickz obtaining injunctive relief. However, Angry Chickz may seek injunctive relief, and a court will determine if a bond is required.
Additionally, Minnesota Rule 2860.4400D prevents Angry Chickz from requiring franchisees to agree to releases, assignments, or waivers that would relieve any person from liability imposed by Minnesota Statutes §§ 80C.01 - 80C.22. This ensures that franchisees cannot inadvertently waive their legal protections under Minnesota franchise law. Also, any statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgment signed by a franchisee cannot waive claims under applicable state franchise law, including fraud, or disclaim reliance on the franchisor's representations. This provision supersedes any conflicting terms in other franchise documents, reinforcing the franchisee's rights and protections under Minnesota law.