Under Minnesota law, how many days does a Bft franchisee have to cure a termination notice?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, we will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that you be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) of the Franchise Agreement and Multi-Unit Agreement and 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement and Multi-Unit Agreement.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 57–66)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota franchisees are given a specific period to address and resolve (cure) the issues that led to a termination notice. Specifically, Bft franchisees operating in Minnesota are typically granted 90 days' notice of termination, during which they have 60 days to cure the cited issues.
This cure period is a significant benefit for franchisees as it provides an opportunity to rectify any breaches of the franchise agreement and avoid termination. However, the FDD notes that this 60-day cure period may not apply in certain specified cases, which suggests there are circumstances under which Bft can terminate a franchise agreement more quickly.
Prospective Bft franchisees in Minnesota should carefully review the franchise agreement and related Minnesota statutes to fully understand their rights and obligations regarding termination and the cure period. They should also seek legal counsel to clarify the 'certain specified cases' where the 60-day cure period may not apply, ensuring they are aware of all potential risks and conditions.