Where must legal actions against Spray Net be commenced and litigated?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
SPRAY-NET INC. MINNESOTA ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT
Minnesota Statute 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(j) prohibit us from requiring litigation to be conducted outside Minnesota, requiring waiver of a jury trial, or requiring the franchisee to consent to liquidated damages, termination penalties or judgment notes. In addition, nothing in the Franchise Disclosure Document or agreement(s) can abrogate or reduce (1) any of the franchisee's rights as provided for in Minnesota Statute 80C, or (2) franchisee's rights to any procedure, forum, or remedies provided for by the laws of the jurisdiction.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 75–219)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Minnesota Addendum states that Minnesota Statute 80C.21 and Minnesota Rule 2860.4400(j) prohibit Spray Net from requiring litigation to be conducted outside of Minnesota. This means that if a Spray Net franchisee is located in Minnesota, they cannot be forced to litigate any disputes with Spray Net in another state. This addendum ensures that Minnesota franchisees have the right to resolve legal issues within their own state.
This protection extends to other legal aspects as well. The statute also prevents Spray Net from requiring a waiver of a jury trial or mandating that the franchisee consent to liquidated damages, termination penalties, or judgment notes. Furthermore, nothing in the Franchise Disclosure Document or agreements can reduce any of the franchisee's rights as provided by Minnesota Statute 80C or their rights to any procedure, forum, or remedies provided by the laws of the jurisdiction.
For prospective Spray Net franchisees in Minnesota, this addendum provides significant legal safeguards. It ensures that they will not be subjected to unfair or restrictive legal conditions, such as being forced to litigate out-of-state or waive their right to a jury trial. These protections are designed to create a more equitable balance of power between the franchisor and the franchisee, aligning with Minnesota's franchise laws.