What is the filing date and serial number for the pending Degree Wellness trademark 'ENERGY FOR LIFE'?

According to Degree Wellness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark 'ENERGY FOR LIFE' has a filing date of May 23, 2024, and a serial number of 98566117. This trademark application is currently pending in the Principal Register.

Degree Wellness grants franchisees the right to operate their franchise using the 'ENERGY FOR LIFE' mark, among others. However, the FDD also states that Degree Wellness does not have federal registration for all of its principal trademarks, which means that some trademarks may not have the same legal protections as federally registered trademarks. If the right to use the 'ENERGY FOR LIFE' trademark is challenged, franchisees may be required to switch to an alternative trademark, potentially increasing expenses.

It is important for prospective Degree Wellness franchisees to understand the implications of using a trademark that is not federally registered. While Degree Wellness intends to renew the registration at the times required by law and will indemnify franchisees against damages from claims arising from the use of the mark, the risk of having to switch to an alternative trademark and bear the associated costs should be considered. Franchisees must use the marks as the sole identification of their franchise, while also identifying themselves as the independent owner of the franchise in a prescribed manner.