What is the application date for the 'SKIP THE CARD, STAKE THE YARD' Card My Yard trademark?
Card_My_Yard Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Mark | Serial | Application | Registration | Registration Date | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number | Date | Number | |||
| CARD MY YARD | 86702166 | July 23, 2015 | 5148876 | February 28, 2017 | Principal |
| SKIP THE CARD, | 87444692 | May 10, 2017 | 5350245 | December 5, 2017 | Principal |
| STAKE THE YARD |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 46–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Card My Yard's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the application date for the trademark 'SKIP THE CARD, STAKE THE YARD' is May 10, 2017. The serial number for this trademark is 87444692, and it was registered under number 5350245 on December 5, 2017, on the Principal Register.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides details about the trademarks that Card My Yard uses and protects. Knowing the application and registration dates can be useful in understanding the history and legal status of these trademarks. Franchisees operate under a license to use Card My Yard's trademarks, so understanding the strength and protection of these marks is important.
Card My Yard also monitors and protects its trademarks against infringement. The FDD mentions a case where Card My Yard took legal action against a competitor for using confusingly similar names, highlighting the importance the company places on protecting its brand identity. As a franchisee, you are required to notify Card My Yard of any potential infringements or challenges to the trademarks and to cooperate in any legal actions the company deems necessary to protect its marks.