Is a Cinnaholic franchisee required to consent to the franchisor obtaining injunctive relief in Minnesota?

According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees in Minnesota are not required to consent to Cinnaholic obtaining injunctive relief. However, Cinnaholic retains the right to seek and obtain injunctive relief under appropriate circumstances. The FDD also references Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(J), which indicates that a court will determine if a bond is required in such cases.

This means that while Cinnaholic can pursue injunctive relief, the franchisee's consent is not a prerequisite. A court will assess the situation and decide whether injunctive relief is warranted and if a bond is necessary. This protects the franchisee from being forced to agree to injunctive relief beforehand.

This provision is specific to Minnesota, as indicated by the addendum to the Market Development Agreement. Franchise agreements often contain clauses about dispute resolution and injunctive relief, but state laws can modify these terms to protect franchisees. Prospective Cinnaholic franchisees in Minnesota should understand that while Cinnaholic can seek injunctive relief, they are not obligated to consent to it, and a court will oversee the process.