What is the application date for the 'DELTA HOTELS BY MARRIOTT RESIDENCES' trademark application of Delta Hotels By Marriott?
Delta_Hotels_By_Marriott Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| MARK | APP. NO. | APP. DATE |
|---|---|---|
| DELTA RESIDENCES BY MARRIOTT | 88853111 | 30-Mar-2020 |
| DELTA HOTELS BY MARRIOTT RESIDENCES | 88853112 | 30-Mar-2020 |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 104–106)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Delta Hotels By Marriott Franchise Disclosure Document, the application date for the trademark 'DELTA HOTELS BY MARRIOTT RESIDENCES' is March 30, 2020. Marriott filed the application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The application number associated with this trademark is 88853112.
Delta Hotels By Marriott also has a pending trademark application for 'DELTA RESIDENCES BY MARRIOTT' with application number 88853111, which shares the same application date of March 30, 2020. These trademarks are crucial for identifying and distinguishing Delta Hotels By Marriott's services. As a franchisee, you must use the names designated by Delta Hotels By Marriott and are restricted from using 'Delta Hotels,' 'Delta Residences,' 'Delta,' or 'Marriott' in your corporate or trade name.
Delta Hotels By Marriott is currently involved in legal disputes with Delta Air Lines, Inc. regarding trademark infringement, which could potentially impact the use and registration of certain Delta Hotels marks. Specifically, Delta Air Lines, Inc. filed proceedings to oppose registration of Marriott's trademark application Serial No. 88853112. Prospective franchisees should be aware of these ongoing legal challenges, as they could lead to changes in the approved trademarks or require the franchisee to modify or discontinue the use of certain marks at their own expense.