Does the Cinnaholic FDD state that all required affidavits for the principal marks have been filed?

According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, all required affidavits for the principal marks have been filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Additionally, there are no current determinations from the USPTO, Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or any court that would affect the trademarks. There are also no pending infringement, opposition, cancellation proceedings, or material litigation involving the marks. Furthermore, no agreements limit Cinnaholic's right to use or license the use of their marks. This indicates that Cinnaholic has taken the necessary legal steps to protect its trademarks.

As a Cinnaholic franchisee, you are granted the non-exclusive right to operate your bakery under the Cinnaholic name and use the authorized marks. However, you must adhere to the Franchise Agreement, Operations Manual, and Cinnaholic's specifications when using these marks. You are restricted from using the marks as part of any corporate or trade name, domain name, or electronic address without express written authorization from Cinnaholic. Unauthorized use of the marks in connection with the sale of unauthorized products or services is also prohibited.

Cinnaholic retains exclusive benefit and rights to the goodwill associated with the marks, and franchisees only have a license to use the marks during the term of the Franchise Agreement. Franchisees are not allowed to make any changes to the marks without permission from Cinnaholic. Franchisees must immediately notify Cinnaholic of any infringement or challenge to the use of a mark, and Cinnaholic will take appropriate action, controlling any related litigation or USPTO proceedings. This ensures that Cinnaholic maintains control over its brand and protects its trademarks from infringement or misuse.