What notice period is Best Brains required to provide to a Minnesota franchisee before non-renewal of the franchise agreement, according to Minnesota law?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, the franchisor will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14 Subds. 3, 4, and 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 42–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota law requires Best Brains to provide a specific notice period to franchisees before non-renewal of their franchise agreement. For franchises governed by Minnesota law, Best Brains must comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14 Subds. 3, 4, and 5.
This statute mandates that Best Brains provide the franchisee with 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the franchise agreement. This extended notice period allows the franchisee ample time to prepare for the end of their franchise term, assess their options, and make necessary arrangements for their business.
In addition to the non-renewal notice, the statute also requires Best Brains to provide 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure), except in certain specified cases. Furthermore, consent to the transfer of the franchise cannot be unreasonably withheld. These provisions collectively aim to protect the franchisee's rights and ensure fair treatment under Minnesota law.