When was the registered Mark for Expense Reduction Analysts registered with the USPTO?
Expense_Reduction_Analysts Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| MARK | REGISTRATION NUMBER | REGISTRATION DATE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3,526,731 | November 4, 2008 | Principal | |
| MARK | SERIAL NUMBER | APPLICATION DATE | |
| ERA GROUP | 97771982 97771977 | January 28, 2023 January 28, 2023 |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 38–39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Expense Reduction Analysts's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, one of their marks was registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on November 4, 2008. The registration number for this mark is 3,526,731, and it is registered on the Principal Register. Additionally, Expense Reduction Analysts has applied for registration of the trademarks "ERA GROUP" with serial numbers 97771982 and 97771977, both applications filed on January 28, 2023. However, these applications were still pending as of the date of the FDD.
It is important for a prospective Expense Reduction Analysts franchisee to understand the implications of trademark registration. A registered trademark provides legal protection and exclusivity, preventing others from using a similar mark in the same industry. The fact that Expense Reduction Analysts has a registered mark since 2008 suggests a degree of established brand recognition. However, the pending status of the "ERA GROUP" trademarks means there is a risk that these marks may not be approved, potentially requiring Expense Reduction Analysts and its franchisees to adapt their branding.
Expense Reduction Analysts also derives the right to use the Mark from a license agreement they entered into with Evercertain Limited effective as of January 3, 2020, in accordance with and pursuant to a separate license agreement entered into between Evercertain Limited and MICO, also effective January 3, 2020. MICO does not have a federal registration for some of the above trademarks, which means these trademarks do not have as many legal benefits and rights as federally registered trademarks do. If their right to use these trademarks is challenged, franchisees may have to change to an alternative trademark, which may increase expenses. Franchisees should inquire about the status of these pending trademark applications and the potential impact on their business if the applications are not approved.