In Minnesota, can Big Air Trampoline Park require litigation to be conducted outside of Minnesota?

According to the 2025 Big Air Trampoline Park Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota law may prevent Big Air Trampoline Park from requiring franchisees to conduct litigation outside of Minnesota. Specifically, Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.21 and Minn. Rule Part 2860.4400J address this issue.

Furthermore, the FDD states that nothing in the Franchise Disclosure Document or Franchise Agreement can reduce a franchisee's rights as provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C, or their rights to any procedure, forum, or remedies provided by the laws of the jurisdiction. This means that Minnesota franchisees retain all rights granted to them under Minnesota law, regardless of what the franchise agreement might otherwise state.

For a prospective franchisee, this is a beneficial protection. It ensures that if a legal dispute arises with Big Air Trampoline Park, the franchisee may have the right to pursue litigation within Minnesota, potentially avoiding the added expense and inconvenience of traveling to another state for legal proceedings. Franchisees should consult with a legal professional to fully understand their rights under Minnesota law.