In 2016, the B-K trademarks were abandoned by Burger king, and David Hosticka of Michigan retained the trademark & patent attorney Jake W. Lombardo of Bolhouse, Baar & Hofstee, P.C.
In 2016, Burger king relinquished control over its B-K trademarks, enabling David Hosticka of Michigan to claim ownership, with support from trademark attorney Jake W. Lombardo of Bolhouse, Baar & Hofstee, P.C.