What is the filing date for the 'HEALTHY CRAWLSPACE' mark registration for Crawlspace Medic?
Crawlspace_Medic Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Mark | Serial Number | Filing Date | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86376803 | 08/26/2014 | Principal | |
| HEALTHY CRAWLSPACE | 86604072 | 04/21/2015 | Principal |
| HEALTHY HOME |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 30–32)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Crawlspace Medic's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the filing date for the 'HEALTHY CRAWLSPACE' mark is April 21, 2015. This mark is registered on the Principal Register. Crawlspace Medic, LLC is the owner of the marks and has granted the right to use the marks in the operation of a Crawlspace Medic outlet.
It is important for a prospective franchisee to understand the trademarks owned and registered by Crawlspace Medic, as the Franchise Agreement will license the right to operate under these marks. The 'HEALTHY CRAWLSPACE' mark, among others, is a key identifier for the services offered by Crawlspace Medic.
The FDD also states that the licensor has filed all required affidavits. Franchisees must notify Crawlspace Medic immediately if they learn of any infringement or challenges to the use of the Principal Mark or other Marks. Crawlspace Medic will take action they think is appropriate and will indemnify the franchisee for expenses and damages arising from any claim challenging the authorized use of the Principal Mark or other Marks if timely notice was given and the franchisee is in full compliance with the Franchise Agreement. Crawlspace Medic reserves the right to substitute different Marks if they can no longer use the current Marks, or if they determine that substitution of different Marks will be beneficial to the System, and may require the franchisee to modify or stop using any Mark at the franchisee's expense.
As of the date of the 2024 Disclosure Document, Crawlspace Medic knows of no superior prior rights or infringing uses that could materially affect a franchisee's use of the Principal Mark.