Are there any pending infringement, opposition, or cancellation proceedings involving the Licensed Marks relevant to their use in any state for B Bops?

According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no ongoing legal issues concerning the brand's trademarks. Specifically, there are no effective determinations by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or any state trademark administrator or court. Additionally, there are no pending infringement, opposition, or cancellation proceedings, nor any pending material litigation involving the Licensed Marks that would affect their use in any state. This indicates that B Bops's trademarks are currently secure from legal challenges.

This absence of legal challenges regarding the trademarks is a positive sign for prospective franchisees. It suggests that B Bops has taken the necessary steps to protect its brand identity and that franchisees are unlikely to face legal issues related to trademark infringement. This protection extends to the "B-Bop's" mark and logo, which franchisees are licensed to use under the Franchise Agreement.

However, franchisees are obligated to immediately notify B Bops in writing of any challenges to their use of the Licensed Marks, any third-party claims to rights in the Licensed Marks, or any apparent infringement of the Licensed Marks. While B Bops intends to protect its trademarks against infringement, the company has absolute discretion in taking action upon notification of any challenge, claim, or infringement. Franchisees are required to cooperate with B Bops in any related investigations or legal proceedings, though these will be at the company's expense. B Bops also has the right to prohibit franchisees from further use or display of the Licensed Marks if the Franchise Agreement is terminated or expires without renewal.