What is a Bigfoot Forestry franchisee required to do if there is an IP Dispute?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You may not communicate with any Person other than us and our counsel in connection with the IP Dispute.
We have sole discretion in deciding what action, if any, to take in response to an IP Dispute.
We exclusively control all litigation and other proceedings relating to IP Disputes.
You must execute all documents, render all assistance, and perform all acts that our counsel deems necessary or advisable to protect or maintain our interest in the proceeding and/or protect the Intellectual Property.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–162)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, if an IP Dispute arises, the franchisee must exclusively communicate with Bigfoot Forestry and its counsel regarding the dispute. The franchisee does not have the authority to communicate with any other party about the IP Dispute.
Bigfoot Forestry retains sole discretion in determining the appropriate course of action, if any, to address the IP Dispute. This means a franchisee cannot independently decide how to respond to the dispute.
The franchisee is obligated to execute all documents, provide assistance, and perform any actions deemed necessary or advisable by Bigfoot Forestry's counsel to protect and maintain the company's interest in the proceeding and/or protect the Intellectual Property. This could involve signing affidavits, providing information, or participating in legal proceedings as directed by Bigfoot Forestry's legal team.