What is the registration date for the 'GOLDEN KRUST' mark used by Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant?

According to Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the registration date for the 'GOLDEN KRUST' mark is July 12, 2005. This mark is registered under registration number 2966992. The franchisor licenses the use of this mark to its franchisees for the duration of the Franchise Agreement. The 'GOLDEN KRUST' mark is a crucial asset for the franchise system, as it identifies the restaurants and the products they sell.

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant's affiliate, Golden Krust Patties, Inc., owns the 'GOLDEN KRUST' mark. The franchisor has been granted the exclusive right to use and permit its franchisees to use the marks under a License Agreement dated January 1, 2004. This license is worldwide and exclusive to Golden Krust and related entities for a perpetual term. However, Golden Krust Patties, Inc. retains the right to terminate the License Agreement if Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant breaches the agreement. In such an event, Golden Krust Patties, Inc. could assume Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant's obligations under the Franchise Agreement.

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant is responsible for taking administrative or legal action to protect the marks and the franchisee's right to use them. Franchisees must notify Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant of any potential infringement of the marks. Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant will investigate any claim or use of the marks and has the sole right to determine what action to take to protect these rights. Any legal action taken by Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant to defend the franchisee's right to use the marks will be at its sole expense.