Matcal, Inc. (Hadley, MA) sued former franchisee Wings Over Providence, LLC (Providence, RI) and its principles for trademark infringement and other violations stemming from the breakdown of an agreement relating to a “Wings Over” franchise. Matcal runs the franchise and owns a variety of aviation themed marks for fast food. The complaint alleges WOP defaulted on its franchise payments, that Matcal terminated the franchise, and that WOP continued to operate the franchise in violation of the agreement and Matcal’s rights in its trademarks and confidential information. Matcal sought a TRO / preliminary injunction ordering WOP to discontinue use of the franchise materials and to enter arbitration called for in the agreement to resolve the payment issues.
Matcal, Inc. v. Wings Over Providence, LLC, 11-30014-MAP (D. Mass. Apr. 28, 2011)
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