What are the notice and cure periods Bojangles must provide to Minnesota franchisees before termination or non-renewal, according to the addendum?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, Franchisor will comply with Minnesota Statute § 80C.14, Subdivisions 3, 4, and 5, which requires, except in certain cases, that (1) a franchisee be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for non-renewal of franchise agreements; and (2) that consent to the transfer of a franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the addendum for Minnesota franchisees modifies the standard franchise agreement to comply with Minnesota law regarding termination and non-renewal. Specifically, Bojangles must provide a Minnesota franchisee with 90 days' notice of termination, with 60 days to cure the issue, before the franchise can be terminated. For non-renewal of the franchise agreement, Bojangles is required to give the franchisee 180 days' notice.
This stipulation ensures that Bojangles franchisees in Minnesota have adequate time to address any issues that could lead to termination, or to prepare for the end of their franchise term if it is not being renewed. The right to cure within the 60-day period allows franchisees to rectify any breaches of the agreement, potentially avoiding termination. The longer 180-day notice period for non-renewal provides more time for franchisees to make necessary arrangements, such as selling the business or seeking other opportunities.
These protections are in place to safeguard franchisees' investments and interests, aligning with Minnesota state law. Prospective franchisees should understand these specific notice and cure provisions, as they differ from standard franchise agreements and provide additional security for franchisees operating in Minnesota. This addendum reflects a commitment by Bojangles to operate within the legal framework of Minnesota, offering franchisees a degree of protection mandated by state statutes.