Under what conditions can Dryject terminate the franchise agreement with cause?
Dryject Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
To the extent that the provision of §32 regarding termination are inconsistent with requirements of the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law (which, among other things, grants Franchise Owner the right, in most circumstances to 90 days prior written notice of termination and 60 days within which to remedy any claimed deficiencies), said termination provisions will be superseded by the requirements of the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law and will have no force or effect.
Therefore, in the event of such a breach, or threatened or attempted breach of any of the provisions thereof, Franchisor shall be entitled to enforce the provisions of this Agreement against Franchisee and Trainee, and may seek, in addition to any other remedies which are made available to it at law or in equity, including the right to terminate the Franchise Agreement, a temporary and /or permanent injunction and a decree for the specific performance of the terms of this Agreement, without being required to furnish a bond or other security.
- (d) You alone are responsible for operating the Franchised Business in full compliance with all System Standards, as modified from time to time.
System Standards mean mandatory specifications, standards, operating procedures, and rules that We periodically prescribe for the development and operation of DryJect franchised businesses.
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 39–41)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Dryject Franchise Disclosure Document, the grounds for termination with cause are not explicitly detailed in the provided excerpts. However, the FDD does mention certain conditions and legal considerations regarding termination, particularly concerning the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law. This law provides franchisees in Wisconsin with specific rights, including the right to a 90-day prior written notice of termination and 60 days within which to remedy any claimed deficiencies.
The FDD also indicates that Dryject may seek injunctive relief in the event of a breach of the agreement by the franchisee or trainee, and retains the right to terminate the Franchise Agreement. The agreement also states that franchisees are responsible for operating the franchised business in full compliance with all System Standards, as modified from time to time. Failure to comply with these standards could potentially lead to termination.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review the full franchise agreement and related exhibits to understand all the specific conditions under which Dryject can terminate the agreement with cause. It would be prudent to consult with a franchise attorney to fully understand their rights and obligations regarding termination, especially in light of state-specific laws like the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law or Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 80C, which provide additional protections for franchisees.