What are the registration dates for the Chop5 Salad Kitchen trademarks?
Chop5_Salad_Kitchen Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date (Renewal Date) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOP5 | 5206167 | May 16, 2017 | |
| CHOP5 | 5686524 5907716 5908240 | February 26, 2019 November 12, 2019 November 12, 2019 |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 38–39)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Chop5 Salad Kitchen's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the brand utilizes trademarks registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The trademark "CHOP5" has been registered under registration number 5206167 since May 16, 2017. Additionally, the "CHOP5" trademark is registered under registration numbers 5686524, 5907716, and 5908240 with registration dates of February 26, 2019, November 12, 2019, and November 12, 2019, respectively.
These trademarks are crucial for franchisees as they grant the right to operate a restaurant under the "CHOP5 Salad Kitchen®" name and associated logo. Chop5 IP LLC, an affiliate of Chop5 Salad Kitchen, owns these trademarks. Chop5 Salad Kitchen has the right to sublicense these marks to its franchisees, allowing them to legally use the brand's identity in their business operations. This license is granted through an Intellectual Property License Agreement, which automatically renews annually unless terminated under specific conditions such as bankruptcy, failure to meet quality control standards, or mutual consent.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that Chop5 Salad Kitchen may change the trademarks they are allowed to use, including discontinuing existing marks. If this occurs, franchisees are responsible for changing to the new trademark at their own expense. Franchisees must also adhere to Chop5 Salad Kitchen's rules regarding the use of trademarks, including obtaining prior written consent before using the marks as part of a corporate name or with modifying elements.
Furthermore, franchisees are obligated to notify Chop5 Salad Kitchen immediately if they discover any infringing use of the trademarks. While Chop5 Salad Kitchen will take action as it deems appropriate, it is not obligated to take any action at all. Franchisees must not contest Chop5 Salad Kitchen's or Chop5 IP LLC's rights to the trademarks, ensuring the brand's intellectual property is protected.