Does the Focalpoint Coaching franchisor have to provide a notice of termination to the franchisee?

According to the 2025 Focalpoint Coaching Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor's obligation to provide a notice of termination depends on the location of the franchise. Specifically, for franchises governed by Minnesota law, Focalpoint Coaching must comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4, and 5.

This statute generally requires Focalpoint Coaching to provide a franchisee with 90 days' notice of termination, including 60 days to cure any issues, and 180 days' notice of non-renewal of the Franchise Agreement. However, these notice requirements do not apply in certain specified cases, which are not detailed in this excerpt.

For prospective Focalpoint Coaching franchisees, this means that the termination and non-renewal notice periods can vary significantly based on the state where the franchise operates. If the franchise is in Minnesota, the franchisee benefits from the specific protections afforded by Minnesota law. Franchisees in other states will need to refer to the standard terms outlined in Sections 13 and 14.B of the Franchise Agreement, as modified by Item 22, paragraph 6, to understand their rights regarding termination and non-renewal notices. It would be prudent for a potential franchisee to seek legal counsel to fully understand the implications of these provisions in their specific state.