Are there any agreements that limit Crawlspace Medic's rights to use the Principal Mark?

According to Crawlspace Medic's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no currently effective agreements that significantly limit the rights of the licensor or Crawlspace Medic to use or license the use of the Principal Mark in a manner material to the franchise. This indicates that Crawlspace Medic has the full legal right to use and license its trademarks without significant restrictions from outside agreements. This is a positive sign for prospective franchisees, as it suggests the brand's trademarks are secure and can be used without major legal constraints. However, Crawlspace Medic does reserve 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. In such event, they may require franchisees, at their expense, to modify or stop using any Mark, including the Principal Mark, or to use one or more additional or substitute Marks.

Crawlspace Medic also states that franchisees must not directly or indirectly contest the Licensor's right, or their right, to the Principal Mark or other Marks. Franchisees are required to notify Crawlspace Medic immediately if they become aware of any infringement or challenges to the use of the Principal Mark or other Marks. Crawlspace Medic and the Licensor will then take any action they deem appropriate. If the franchisee has provided timely notice and is in full compliance with the Franchise Agreement, Crawlspace Medic will indemnify the franchisee for all expenses and damages arising from any claim challenging the authorized use of the Principal Mark or other Marks.

Furthermore, the document confirms that there are no currently effective material determinations from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board, or any court relating to the Marks. There is no pending infringement, opposition, or cancellation actions, nor is there any pending material federal or state court litigation involving the Principal Mark or other Marks. Crawlspace Medic also states that, as of the date of the Disclosure Document, they are not aware of any superior prior rights or infringing uses that could materially affect a franchisee's use of the Principal Mark. This provides further assurance that the trademarks are legally sound and available for franchisees to use without immediate legal challenges.