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Does the B Bops franchisee acknowledge the company's right to the Licensed Marks?

B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

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WHEREAS, each B-Bop's Restaurant is operated in connection with and through use of the "B-Bop's" name and through the use of certain related logos (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Licensed Marks"); and

WHEREAS, Company and its affiliates have made a substantial investment in developing and perfecting the Licensed System and in advertising and promoting the Licensed Marks, both of which are recognized as representing the highest standards of quality and service; and

WHEREAS, Franchisee desires to establish and operate a B-Bop's Restaurant at the location hereinafter designated, to use in connection therewith the Licensed System and the Licensed Marks and to derive the benefits of Company's information, experience, advice, guidance and customer goodwill; and

WHEREAS, Franchisee recognizes the importance to Company and to the public of maintaining the integrity, qualities and attributes of products associated with the Licensed Marks and is willing to adhere to certain uniform standards, policies and procedures to maintain such integrity, qualities and attributes.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

  1. GRANT AND ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE. Company hereby grants to Franchisee, and Franchisee hereby accepts from Company, a nonexclusive right, license and franchise to establish and operate a B-Bop's Restaurant (the "Franchise") at the following location only:

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(the "Franchise Premises"), and to use only in connection therewith the Licensed System and Licensed Marks, together with such other confidential and valuable information and trade secrets as may now or hereafter exist and constitute a portion of the Licensed System, all upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Franchisee agrees to establish, maintain, operate and promote the Franchise in compliance with the provisions of this Agreement and with Company's standards, policies and procedures as prescribed from time to time by Company in the confidential operations manual provided by Company (the "Operations Manual"). Franchisee may not directly or indirectly subfranchise, sublicense or in any other manner authorize any other person to own or operate a B-Bop's Restaurant or to utilize in any manner all or any portion of the Licensed System or the Licensed Marks. Franchisee acknowledges that the rights granted hereunder are limited to operation of a B-Bop's Restaurant on the Franchise Premises exclusively and that Franchisee shall have no right to operate a B-Bop's Restaurant at any other location, whether on a permanent or temporary basis.

    1. TERM. The term of this Agreement and of the nonexclusive right, license and franchise granted hereunder shall commence upon the effective date of this Agreement and shall continue until the fifteenth (15th) anniversary thereof, or until the termination of this Agreement in accordance with the provisions hereof, whichever shall first occur (hereinafter the "Term"). Franchisee agrees to operate the Franchise on a continual basis throughout the Term, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Any renewal of the Franchise shall be governed by Section 18 of this Agreement.
    1. EXCLUSIVITY. Company shall not during the Term of this Agreement open or franchise another B-Bop's Restaurant or any other restaurant business serving similar items within a two (2) mile radius of the Franchise Premises. Company reserves the right to grant and sell franchises to others to operate, and to own and operate for its own account or with others, a B-Bop's Restaurant at any location other than as restricted in this Section 3.
    1. COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS. Franchisee agrees to open and commence operation of the Franchise as soon as practicable after the effective date of this Agreement.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee acknowledges the company's rights to the Licensed Marks. The franchisee recognizes the importance of maintaining the integrity, qualities, and attributes of products associated with the Licensed Marks. They agree to adhere to uniform standards, policies, and procedures to uphold these qualities. This acknowledgment is part of the agreement where the franchisee desires to use the Licensed System and Licensed Marks to operate a B Bops Restaurant and benefit from the company's expertise and customer goodwill.

Furthermore, the B Bops franchisee acknowledges their duty to maintain and enhance the goodwill associated with the Licensed Marks. Their use of these marks must comply with the policies in the Operations Manual and be limited to the operation of the franchise at the designated premises. The franchisee cannot use the words "B-Bop's" in the name of their business entity and must obtain written consent from B Bops before using any other trademark, trade name, or service mark.

The franchisee must also comply with all laws related to trade names, trademarks, and service marks when using the Licensed Marks, including properly marking all documents and materials to show registration to B Bops. The company can add to the Licensed Marks by notifying the franchisee in writing, and these additions will also be classified as Licensed Marks. B Bops retains the right to require the franchisee to discontinue or modify the use of any Licensed Marks within 30 days of written notice.

The B Bops franchisee is obligated to notify the company in writing of any challenges to their use of the Licensed Marks, any third-party claims to rights in the marks, or any apparent infringement of the marks. B Bops has complete discretion in taking action on such notifications and has exclusive control over any related litigation. The franchisee must cooperate with B Bops in investigating, prosecuting, or defending any action involving the Licensed Marks or other trade secrets of the company.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.