Are there any pending infringement proceedings involving Pearce Bespoke's marks?

According to Pearce Bespoke's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no currently effective determinations from the Patent and Trademark Office, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, any state trademark administrator, or any court regarding pending infringement, opposition, or cancellation proceedings involving any marks relevant to Pearce Bespoke operations. Additionally, there are no agreements that significantly limit Pearce Bespoke's rights to use or license its marks in a way that would materially affect the franchise. Pearce Bespoke is also unaware of any superior rights or infringing uses that could materially affect a franchisee's use of the marks.

While Pearce Bespoke grants franchisees a license to use its trademarks, including the Pearce Bespoke logo, franchisees should understand that Pearce Bespoke is not obligated to protect them against infringement or unfair competition claims arising from their use of the marks. Pearce Bespoke reserves the right to control any trademark litigation and will decide on the appropriate action if a third party infringes on Pearce Bespoke's marks.

Franchisees are required to promptly notify Pearce Bespoke of any infringement or unauthorized use of the marks and cooperate with any action Pearce Bespoke takes. Pearce Bespoke will cover the costs and expenses of litigation, including attorney's fees, specifically related to the marks. However, Pearce Bespoke is not required to take affirmative action upon notification of such uses or claims. If a third party claims superior rights to the marks and Pearce Bespoke confirms that claim, franchisees must, at their own expense, immediately make any changes or substitutions to the marks as required by Pearce Bespoke.

Pearce Bespoke has registered the "Pearce Bespoke" mark with the Supplemental Register of the USPTO under registration number 6868173, with a registration date of October 4, 2022. Pearce Bespoke states that it has filed and intends to file all necessary affidavits and documents to maintain its interest in the marks upon renewal or at any other required time.