Which state's law governs the B Bops Development Agreement?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| W. Choice of law2 | Section 25 | Iowa law applies (subject to state law). |
NOTES:
- 1 With respect to Franchises governed by Minnesota law, the Company will comply with Minnesota Statutes Section 80C.14, subdivisions 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that you be given ninety (90) days notice of termination (with sixty (60) days to cure) and one hundred eighty days (180) days notice for non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement.
- 2 Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule Part 2860.4400J, these provisions shall not in any way abrogate or reduce any of your rights as provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 40–49)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Development Agreement is generally governed by Iowa law. However, this is subject to state law, meaning that certain provisions may be superseded or modified based on the franchisee's location.
Specifically, for franchises governed by Minnesota law, B Bops will comply with Minnesota Statutes Section 80C.14, subdivisions 3, 4, and 5. These statutes require that franchisees be given ninety (90) days' notice of termination (with sixty (60) days to cure) and one hundred eighty (180) days' notice for non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement, except in certain specified cases.
Furthermore, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule Part 2860.4400J, the choice of law provision does not reduce any rights provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C. This means that while Iowa law generally applies, Minnesota franchisees retain all rights granted to them under Minnesota franchise law, regardless of what the Development Agreement states. Prospective franchisees should consult with a legal professional to understand how these provisions apply to their specific situation.