What is the registration number for the 'Your Healthy Home Starts Here' Chem-Dry trademark?
Chem_Dry Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Mark: Your Healthy Home Starts Here | |
|---|---|
| Reg. Date: March 17, 2015 | |
| No. 4705153 |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 47–48)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Chem-Dry's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark 'Your Healthy Home Starts Here' is registered under registration number 4705153. The registration date for this trademark is March 17, 2015. As a Chem-Dry franchisee, you are granted the right to use this trademark, among others, in the operation of your franchise. Chem-Dry also has the right to modify or discontinue the use of any Mark and/or use one or more additional or substitute trade or service marks. If this occurs, the franchisee must comply with Chem-Dry's directions within a reasonable period of time after receiving notice of the change. Chem-Dry is not obligated to reimburse you for any loss of revenue or goodwill attributable to any modified or discontinued Mark or for any expenditures you make to promote a modified or substitute trademark or service mark.
Chem-Dry requires franchisees to adhere to specific rules when using their trademarks, as outlined in the Advertising Rules & Guidelines. Franchisees cannot attempt to register any Chem-Dry trademark with any state or governmental organization, nor can they incorporate any Chem-Dry trademark into their legal business name. When using Chem-Dry's trademarks in displays, advertising, or other promotional materials, franchisees must include an identifier that indicates the product, business name, or service being offered. Franchisees are prohibited from using the trademarks in connection with the sale of unauthorized products or services or in any manner not explicitly authorized by Chem-Dry in writing.
Chem-Dry does not have an obligation to protect a franchisee's right to use the trademarks or defend against claims of infringement or unfair competition. Franchisees must immediately notify Chem-Dry in writing of any apparent infringement or challenge to the use of any trademark. Chem-Dry will then take action as it deems appropriate and will have the right to exclusively control any litigation. Franchisees are required to sign documents and provide assistance as needed to protect Chem-Dry's interests in any legal proceedings. While Chem-Dry will reimburse franchisees for costs incurred at Chem-Dry's request, it is not required to defend franchisees against infringement claims or indemnify them for expenses or damages in administrative or judicial proceedings.