Under what circumstances is the Minnesota Addendum to the Bojangles Development Agreement executed?

According to Bojangles' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Minnesota Addendum to the Bojangles Development Agreement is executed under specific circumstances related to the state of Minnesota. This addendum is integrated into the Development Agreement when the offer or sale of a franchise to the developer is made in Minnesota, if the developer is a resident of Minnesota, or if the assigned area for the restaurant's development is located in Minnesota.

This addendum modifies certain sections of the Development Agreement to ensure compliance with Minnesota state laws. Specifically, it prevents the developer from being required to waive rights or release liabilities imposed by Minnesota Statute §§ 80C.01 - 80C.22. It also ensures that Bojangles will comply with Minnesota Statute § 80C.14 regarding termination and non-renewal notices, as well as transfer consent, and that litigation cannot be mandated outside of Minnesota, as per Minnesota Statute § 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule 2860.4400J.

Furthermore, the addendum clarifies that no part of the disclosure document or agreements can reduce any of the developer's rights under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C, or their rights to procedures, forums, or remedies provided by Minnesota law. Any claims arising under the Minnesota Franchise Act must be brought within 3 years after the franchise grant, as required by Minnesota Statute, Section 80C.17, Subd. 5, and the developer cannot consent to Bojangles obtaining injunctive relief. These stipulations are designed to protect the franchisee's rights under Minnesota law.