Was the CRATERS & FREIGHTERS trademark registered on the Principal Register?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6,735,881 | May 24, 2022 | Principal | |
| CRATERS & FREIGHTERS | 1,744,835 | January 5, 1993 Renewed: August 6, 2012 | Principal |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 32–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Craters & Freighters' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the CRATERS & FREIGHTERS trademark, registration number 1,744,835, was registered on the Principal Register on January 5, 1993, and renewed on August 6, 2012. Another trademark is also registered on the Principal Register with registration number 6,735,881 on May 24, 2022.
Registration on the Principal Register provides stronger legal protection for the trademark compared to the Supplemental Register or unregistered trademarks. This means Craters & Freighters has a greater ability to defend its brand against infringement and unauthorized use. For a franchisee, this reduces the risk of legal challenges related to the brand name and associated trademarks.
Craters & Freighters also has common law trademarks, such as EXPERTISE THAT DELIVERS. These are not federally registered, and therefore do not have as many legal benefits and rights as a federally registered trademark. If the right to use this trademark is challenged, a franchisee may have to change to an alternative trademark, which may increase expenses.