Under what conditions must a Chesters franchisee stop using the copyrighted items?

According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Chesters claims copyrights in its manuals, website, menus and menu-boards, construction plans and specifications, advertising materials, specifications, training handbooks, and other items used in operating Chesters Restaurants. As a franchisee, you have the right to use these copyrighted items only as specified by Chesters while operating your restaurant.

The key condition under which a franchisee must stop using these copyrighted items is if Chesters directs them to do so. This means Chesters retains control over its copyrighted materials and can instruct franchisees to discontinue their use at any time. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as changes in branding, updates to training materials, or modifications to operational procedures.

Additionally, upon the expiration or termination of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee must immediately stop operating the Restaurant under the Chesters System and Marks. They must not represent themselves as a current or former licensee and must immediately and permanently stop using any confidential methods, procedures, and techniques associated with the Chesters System and Marks. This includes de-identifying the Restaurant from the Chesters System within a specified timeframe and delivering all manuals, brochures, invoices, and other materials bearing the Marks to Chesters.