When is the renewal due for Gold Star's trademark with registration number 1,870,700?

According to Gold Star's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, trademark registration number 1,870,700 is due for renewal on June 27, 2025. This trademark was originally registered on December 27, 1994. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the renewal dates of the trademarks, as these marks are licensed to the franchisee to identify their franchise business.

Gold Star indicates that they license franchisees to use marks containing the words "Gold Star" and "Gold Star Chili," along with any other current or future marks that Gold Star authorizes in writing. These marks are used to identify the franchise business and can only be used in operating the restaurant, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Franchise Agreement and any other rules of Gold Star.

It is also important to note that Gold Star is in the process of modernizing its trademarks and will be transitioning the system to use new marks in the coming months and years. Prospective franchisees should inquire about these changes and how they may affect their business. While Gold Star has filed "intent to use" applications for these new trademarks, they do not yet have federal registration, which means they may not have the same legal benefits and rights as federally registered trademarks. If the right to use these marks is challenged, franchisees may have to change to an alternative trademark, which could increase their expenses.