What is the dependency for the Aerus debtor to change its legal name?

Based on the 2025 Aerus Franchise Disclosure Document, if the Franchise Agreement expires or is terminated, the franchisee must immediately cause the cancellation or termination of any assumed name filings for the Approved Name or otherwise including the name "Aerus", "Lux" or "Electrolux" or any of the Marks. This requirement ensures that the franchisee ceases using the Aerus brand name and associated trademarks upon the end of the agreement.

This provision protects Aerus's brand identity and prevents former franchisees from continuing to operate under the Aerus name, which could mislead customers or damage the brand's reputation. It also ensures a clean break between Aerus and the franchisee, avoiding potential confusion in the marketplace.

For a prospective Aerus franchisee, this means that upon termination or expiration of the franchise agreement, they must take immediate action to remove any association with the Aerus brand from their business operations, including legal name filings. This is a standard practice in franchising to maintain brand control and consistency across all franchise locations.