What specific legal rights of a Bojangles franchisee in Minnesota cannot be reduced or abrogated by anything in the disclosure document or agreements, according to the Addendum?

According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, specifically the addendum for Minnesota franchisees, no part of the disclosure document or the agreements can diminish or eliminate a franchisee's rights as protected by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C. This also extends to the franchisee's rights to any legal processes, venues, or remedies that are available under the laws of the jurisdiction.

This provision ensures that Minnesota franchisees retain all the protections and rights granted to them under Minnesota state law, regardless of what the franchise agreement might otherwise state. This is particularly important because franchise agreements are often drafted to favor the franchisor, and this clause prevents Bojangles from using the agreement to circumvent Minnesota's franchise laws.

Furthermore, any claims brought under the Minnesota Franchise Act must be initiated within three years from when the franchise was granted, as mandated by Minnesota Statute, Section 80C.17, Subd. 5. The addendum also specifies that a franchisee cannot agree to Bojangles obtaining injunctive relief, although Bojangles retains the right to seek such relief, as detailed in Minnesota Rule 2860.4400J. This section of the addendum is designed to protect the franchisee's rights within the legal framework of Minnesota.