What is the required action if a claim arises after the Dryject agreement terminates?

According to the 2025 Dryject FDD, Minnesota Statute § 80C.17, subdivision 5, dictates that any action commencing must occur no more than three years after the cause of action accrues. This limitation on claims is added to Section 40 of the Dryject Franchise Agreement. This means that a Dryject franchisee has a limited window to bring any legal action after the reason for the claim occurs.

For a prospective Dryject franchisee, this statute of limitations is a critical consideration. It means that if a franchisee believes they have a legal claim against Dryject, they must initiate legal proceedings within three years of the event that gave rise to the claim. Failing to do so could result in the claim being time-barred, meaning the franchisee would lose their right to pursue legal action.

This type of limitation on claims is relatively standard in franchise agreements. Franchisees should be diligent in monitoring their business operations and any potential issues that could lead to a claim. Consulting with an attorney promptly upon discovering a potential issue is crucial to ensure that the franchisee's rights are protected and that any legal action is initiated within the prescribed timeframe. This applies to all claims, including those arising from actions or events that occur near the end of the franchise agreement term, as the three-year clock continues to run even after the agreement has terminated.