Is there a limit to how often Chocolate Fish Coffee can change the required goods and services?

According to the 2024 Chocolate Fish Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document, Chocolate Fish Coffee has the right to modify the marks to be used under the system. The FDD states that Chocolate Fish Coffee may add, modify, or discontinue any Marks to be used under the System. Within a reasonable time after Chocolate Fish Franchising makes any such change, the franchisee must comply with the change, at the franchisee's expense.

This means that Chocolate Fish Coffee can change its trademarks, service marks, or logos, and franchisees are obligated to implement these changes. These changes could affect various aspects of the business, including signage, marketing materials, and potentially even product offerings if the marks are tied to specific items.

The franchisee bears the financial responsibility for complying with these changes, which could involve expenses for new signage, updated marketing materials, or other items necessary to reflect the updated marks. While the FDD specifies that franchisees must comply within a "reasonable time," it does not define what constitutes a reasonable timeframe, potentially leaving room for interpretation and possible disputes. The FDD does not specify a limit to how often Chocolate Fish Coffee can make these changes.