In Minnesota, what is the minimum notice Focalpoint Coaching must provide for termination of the Franchise Agreement, and how long does the franchisee have to cure?
Focalpoint_Coaching Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
However, 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 a franchisee be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice of non-renewal of this Agreement.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD pages 56–57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Focalpoint Coaching's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minnesota franchisees are entitled to specific protections under Minnesota law regarding franchise termination. Focalpoint Coaching must provide a minimum of 90 days' notice of termination to a franchisee in Minnesota. During this notice period, the franchisee has 60 days to cure any defaults that led to the termination notice.
This Minnesota law does not apply in certain specified cases, which are not detailed in this excerpt. It is important for prospective franchisees in Minnesota to understand the specific circumstances under which these protections apply and what constitutes a 'specified case' where the 90-day notice and 60-day cure period might not be required.
This provision ensures that Focalpoint Coaching franchisees in Minnesota have adequate time to address any issues and potentially avoid termination of their franchise agreement. It also highlights the importance of understanding state-specific franchise laws, as they can significantly impact the franchisor-franchisee relationship.