What is the maximum amount of time a Cinnaholic franchisee has to remove signs containing the marks after termination or expiration of the agreement?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
overnmental authority having jurisdiction over this Agreement limit Franchisee's ability to pay, and Franchisor's ability to receive, such liquidated damages, Franchisee shall be liable to Franchisor for any and all damages which it incurs, now or in the future, as a result of Franchisee's default under this Agreement.
22.2. Obligations upon Termination or Expiration. Upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement, whether by reason of lapse of time, default in performance, abandonment of the Bakery or other cause or contingency, Franchisee shall:
- (i) forthwith return to Franchisor all material furnished by Franchisor containing confidential information, operating instructions
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee has a limited time to remove all signs bearing Cinnaholic's trademarks after the termination or expiration of their franchise agreement. Specifically, the franchisee must discontinue using the marks at the franchised site, including on all signs, products, paper goods, and other items.
If the franchisee cannot remove signs containing Cinnaholic's marks within one day of termination or expiration, they must completely cover the signs. The franchisee then has a maximum of 10 days from the termination or expiration date to remove the signs entirely.
This requirement ensures that upon termination or expiration, the franchisee ceases to represent or operate as a Cinnaholic location, protecting the brand's image and preventing consumer confusion. Failing to comply with these post-termination obligations could result in further legal action or financial penalties from Cinnaholic.