Are all required affidavits filed for the Bombs Away trademarks?

According to Bombs Away's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, all required affidavits have been filed for the principal trademarks licensed to franchisees. This means Bombs Away has taken the necessary legal steps to maintain its trademark rights with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. These trademarks are registered on the Principal Register.

For a prospective Bombs Away franchisee, this is a positive indicator. It suggests that Bombs Away is actively managing and protecting its brand identity. Properly filed affidavits help ensure the trademarks remain enforceable, reducing the risk of legal challenges or loss of trademark protection. This protection extends to the franchisee, as they are licensing the use of these trademarks as part of their franchise agreement.

It is important to note that while all required affidavits have been filed, the FDD also states that the franchise agreement does not require Bombs Away to take affirmative action when notified of potentially infringing uses of the trademarks. However, Bombs Away will defend the franchisee against legal action alleging infringement if the franchisee uses the trademarks in accordance with the franchise agreement and will indemnify the franchisee for expenses and damages if the legal action is resolved unfavorably to the franchisee. This highlights the importance of adhering to the franchise agreement's guidelines for trademark usage to maintain this protection.