In Minnesota, what is the cure period Dryject provides after notice of termination?
Dryject Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, we will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, subds. 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that you be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for nonrenewal of the franchise agreement and that consent to transfer of the franchise will not be unreasonably withheld.
Source: Item 8 — BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP (FDD pages 68–229)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Dryject Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota franchisees are generally given 90 days' notice of termination, with 60 days to cure the issue. This amendment ensures that Dryject complies with Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, subds. 3, 4 and 5) regarding termination and non-renewal of franchise agreements.
This means that if Dryject decides to terminate a franchise agreement in Minnesota (except in certain specified cases), the franchisee will receive a 90-day notice. Within that 90-day period, the franchisee has 60 days to correct the issue that led to the termination notice. If the franchisee successfully cures the issue within the 60-day cure period, Dryject cannot terminate the agreement.
This provision offers significant protection to Dryject franchisees in Minnesota, ensuring they have a reasonable opportunity to address any issues before the franchise can be terminated. It also aligns with the broader trend of state franchise laws providing specific protections to franchisees regarding termination and non-renewal.