What is the effect of the Minnesota Rider on the defined terms in the Dryject Franchise Agreement?

According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Minnesota Rider is an integral part of the Franchise Agreement and is incorporated into it. The Rider serves to modify the original agreement to comply with Minnesota state law. According to the FDD, terms that are not specifically defined within the Rider itself retain the meanings as defined in the original Franchise Agreement.

However, the Rider takes precedence over any conflicting or inconsistent provisions in the original agreement. This means that if there is a disagreement between the Rider and the original agreement, the terms of the Rider will be enforced. This ensures that the Dryject franchise agreement adheres to Minnesota law, which may offer additional protections or impose specific requirements on the franchisor-franchisee relationship.

For a prospective Dryject franchisee in Minnesota, this means carefully reviewing the Rider alongside the standard Franchise Agreement to understand the complete scope of their rights and obligations. It is important to note how the Rider alters the original agreement, particularly regarding aspects such as termination, renewal, and dispute resolution, to ensure compliance with Minnesota statutes. Franchisees should pay close attention to the sections of the agreement that the rider specifically amends.