Is the "THINKRX" trademark for Learningrx registered on the Principal or Supplemental Register of the USPTO?
Learningrx Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Description of Mark | Application Date or Registration Date | Serial Number or Registration Number | Principal or Supplemental Register of the USPTO |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEARNINGRX | May 20, 2003 | 2,718,173 | Principal |
| THINKRX | September 16, 2003 | 2,764,446 | Principal |
| READRX | September 16, 2003 | 2,764,443 | Principal |
| MATHRX | September 23, 2003 | 2,766,947 | Principal |
| Feb. 13, 2007 | 3,208,140 | Principal | |
| ComprehendRx | December 20, 2011 | 4,073,038 | Principal |
| BRAINSKILLS | September 11, 2001 | 2,487,377 | Principal |
| BRAIN CAMP | June 28, 2016 | 4,988,515 | Principal |
| STUDYRX | May 24, 2016 | 4,964,436 | Principal |
| AccelerateRx | August 31, 2021 | 6,472,859 | Principal |
| PACE | April 3, 2001 | 2,440,352 | Principal |
| PROCESSING AND | |||
| COGNITIVE | |||
| ENHANCEMENT | |||
| BrainRx | October 18, 2011 | 4,040,895 | Principal |
| BrainRx | May 28, 2013 | 4,341,800 | Principal |
| MASTER THE | November 1, 2011 | 4,048,080 | Principal |
| CODE |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 35–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Learningrx's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the "THINKRX" trademark is registered on the Principal Register of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This registration indicates that Learningrx has a higher level of legal protection for this trademark compared to registration on the Supplemental Register. The FDD lists several trademarks owned by LearningRx, Inc., including LEARNINGRX, THINKRX, MATHRX, READRX, ComprehendRx, BRAINSKILLS, BRAIN CAMP, STUDYRX, AccelerateRx, PACE, PROCESSING AND COGNITIVE ENHANCEMENT, BrainRx, and MASTER THE CODE, all of which are registered on the Principal Register.
For a prospective Learningrx franchisee, the Principal Register status of the "THINKRX" trademark means that Learningrx has made a stronger legal claim to the exclusive use of this mark for its services. This can be beneficial for franchisees as it reduces the risk of trademark disputes and strengthens the brand's identity in the market. The franchisee is granted the non-exclusive right to use Learningrx's marks, including THINKRX, to operate their business.
Learningrx retains control over protecting its trademarks, as the Franchise Agreement stipulates that Learningrx has the sole discretion to take action to preserve and protect the ownership, identity, and validity of the marks. Franchisees are required to notify Learningrx within three days of learning about any infringement or challenge to the use of any Learningrx mark. However, Learningrx is not obligated to participate in the franchisee's defense or indemnify them for expenses or damages if the franchisee is involved in a legal proceeding related to the marks and the proceeding is resolved unfavorably for the franchisee. This means that while Learningrx owns and protects the trademarks, franchisees may bear some risk in defending their right to use those marks.
Before starting their Learningrx center, prospective franchisees should still conduct their own due diligence, including researching potential conflicts with similar trademarks or trade names in their local market. Although Learningrx states that they do not know of any infringing uses that could materially affect a franchisee's use of their marks, the FDD advises franchisees to investigate the possibility of other businesses using similar marks with superior rights to Learningrx's rights. This proactive approach can help franchisees avoid potential legal issues and the need to change their center's name in the future.