Does Caption By Hyatt have any patents or pending patent applications material to the franchise?

According to Caption By Hyatt's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no patents or pending patent applications that are material to the franchise. However, Caption By Hyatt and its affiliates claim copyright protection for certain Copyrighted Materials, though these have not been registered with the United States Copyright Office.

As a Caption By Hyatt franchisee, you are required to adhere to the franchisor's rules when using these Copyrighted Materials and can only use them as specified in the Franchise Agreement to operate the hotel. You must immediately notify Caption By Hyatt of any potential infringement or challenges to your use of the Copyrighted Materials or Confidential Information. The franchisor and its affiliates have the right to take any action they deem appropriate regarding such infringements, including legal proceedings, and you are obligated to cooperate by signing necessary documents to protect their interests.

If Caption By Hyatt decides that you need to modify or discontinue using any of the Copyrighted Materials, or if you need to use additional or substitute copyrighted items, you must comply with their directions immediately. This ensures that the brand maintains control over its intellectual property and can adapt to changing market conditions or legal requirements.