What Minnesota law governs the release required for renewal or assignment/transfer of a Cream franchise?

According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchises governed by Minnesota law, the release required as a condition of renewal or transfer/assignment will not apply to the extent prohibited by Governing Law with respect to claims arising under Minn. Rule 2860.4400D. This means that any release a franchisee is asked to sign as part of renewing their franchise or transferring it to someone else cannot waive rights related to claims under Minnesota Rule 2860.4400D.

This provision is designed to protect Cream franchisees in Minnesota from being forced to give up their legal rights under specific Minnesota franchise regulations when renewing or transferring their franchise. It ensures that franchisees retain the ability to pursue claims related to these regulations, even after signing a release.

For a prospective Cream franchisee in Minnesota, this is a beneficial protection. It prevents Cream from using the renewal or transfer process to force franchisees into waiving their rights under Minnesota Rule 2860.4400D. Franchisees should be aware of this protection and consult with an attorney to fully understand their rights under Minnesota law.