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firstdown · 05-01-2008, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

yeah I even mentioned that basic point, I said I wasn't aware I was doing anything wrong since every fan site out there uses logos and stuff. They said they are aware of it but they can only deal with them as issues come up, whatever that meant. They even asked me if there are sites out there I wanted to direct them to and I said nah, I'm definitely not interested in throwing others under the bus.

I think our highlight videos got their attention and things just snowballed.

I would have given them links to any Dallas, Eagles, and Giant sites that you knew of just to get at them a little. Heck, I didn't even see this until today.

MPNRedskins · 05-01-2008, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by mheisig

I certainly understand the legal problems behind the IP and trademark issues, but man talk about shitting on the little guy.

"Hey, let's go find some of the most diehard, loyal NFL fans around, the guys who sit around and talk about their team all day long...let's find them, and force them to take anything NFL-related down!"

Brilliant plan. Way to encourage the fan base that made you all billionaires.

Absolutely perfect. Could not have said it any better myself even if I tried.

MTK · 05-01-2008, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by baxter81

This is going to suck. The company I work for has thewarpath.net blocked. No more procrastinating at my desk reading Redskins Warpath. Fing Websense

Try thewarpath.org

Redskin Rich · 05-01-2008, 04:54 PM

Matty,

I am sure this is not an easy time. I agree with not giving up a domain you own. If they want to purchase it, then... that is a different story. Of course, they are within their rights to stop us from using their logo's. Just stupid overall though.

Can I petition to change my user name so I don't get sued by the NFL?

12thMan · 05-01-2008, 04:59 PM

Matt, just a suggestion..

What if I called Chris Gordon over at NBC 4 and "bring this up". Or do you think that would cause too much of a stink?

MTK · 05-01-2008, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

Matt, just a suggestion..

What if I called Chris Gordon over at NBC 4 and "bring this up". Or do you think that would cause too much of a stink?

I'd rather not go that route

12thMan · 05-01-2008, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I'd rather not go that route

Cool, I understand. Just wanted to check.

MTK · 05-01-2008, 05:04 PM

yeah no problem

GMScud · 05-01-2008, 05:21 PM

Eeesh. This sucks. Oh well, they can't change the quality of the posters and the discussions we have, and ultimately I guess that's all that matters. I suppose rather than embedding youtube videos we could just post links, right? I would think in that case the NFL would have to take it up with youtube and not us....

Sorry you had to deal with this, Matty. Thanks for taking the time to make the proper corrections and keeping us all in the loop.

Stuck in TX · 05-01-2008, 05:25 PM

yeah thanks for everything Matty. I am sure the site quality will not go down. the NFL is being a huge douche right now but what can you do? I cant even get Redskins checks because I live in TX and Bank of America only supports the Cowboys. The way this is being handled only makes this site better IMO.

JWsleep · 05-01-2008, 05:33 PM

It's all my fault, fellas. I tore one of those mattress labels off my mattress--a very serious crime. Then I was busted for jaywalking. And finally, I drank beer as a minor. The feds had me in a bind, so I gave up all the crazy illegal stuff going on here. Look, I just can't do time. I am just too pretty. I wouldn't last an hour in there. My bad.

What a crock of horse shit. Yet another way to pay back the loyal fans.

Let us know if you need anything to help keep the site going, Matty. Do we need a legal defense fund?

FREE THE WARPATH! FREE MATTY! ATTICA! ATTICA!

Lady Brave · 05-01-2008, 07:41 PM

Could the solution be as simple as removing the "s" from Redskins? They only have the word Redskins trademarked right?

The reason I ask is because the guys a RedskinRoadtrips made it a point to leave out the "s" to avoid the trademark issue when they named their site.

SmootSmack · 05-01-2008, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Lady Brave

Could the solution be as simple as removing the "s" from Redskins? They only have the word Redskins trademarked right?

The reason I ask is because the guys a RedskinRoadtrips made it a point to leave out the "s" to avoid the trademark issue when they named their site.

Yeah we've discussed (among the mods) several possible alternatives, exactly like the one you mentioned. Our current position is simply to comply with their request and remain inconspicuous for the indefinite future. We don't want to draw more attention at the moment.

budw38 · 05-01-2008, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I'd rather not go that route

If there is anything we can do to help now or in the future ,,, please let us know . Keep up the great work , AWESOME WORK !!!

SmootSmack · 05-01-2008, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by budw38

If there is anything we can do to help now or in the future ,,, please let us know . Keep up the great work , AWESOME WORK !!!

Best thing everyone can do is continue to provide quality posts and contribute to intelligent discussion. People will find this site. They key is to encourage them to want to stay once they get here.

And some word of mouth advertising doesn't hurt either, to fellow fans that you know and think would make good additions to the site.

05-01-2008, 04:54 PM	#94
Redskin Rich The Starter Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,420	Re: Important site news please read Matty, I am sure this is not an easy time. I agree with not giving up a domain you own. If they want to purchase it, then... that is a different story. Of course, they are within their rights to stop us from using their logo's. Just stupid overall though. Can I petition to change my user name so I don't get sued by the NFL? __________________ I really have nothing to say in this matter, please ignore the above post as blowing hot air.

05-01-2008, 04:59 PM	#95
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Important site news please read Matt, just a suggestion.. What if I called Chris Gordon over at NBC 4 and "bring this up". Or do you think that would cause too much of a stink?

05-01-2008, 05:04 PM	#98
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 52 Posts: 99,846	Re: Important site news please read yeah no problem __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

05-01-2008, 05:21 PM	#99
GMScud Swearinger Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 12,626	Re: Important site news please read Eeesh. This sucks. Oh well, they can't change the quality of the posters and the discussions we have, and ultimately I guess that's all that matters. I suppose rather than embedding youtube videos we could just post links, right? I would think in that case the NFL would have to take it up with youtube and not us.... Sorry you had to deal with this, Matty. Thanks for taking the time to make the proper corrections and keeping us all in the loop. __________________ Tardy

05-01-2008, 05:25 PM	#100
Stuck in TX Impact Rookie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Age: 39 Posts: 545	Re: Important site news please read yeah thanks for everything Matty. I am sure the site quality will not go down. the NFL is being a huge douche right now but what can you do? I cant even get Redskins checks because I live in TX and Bank of America only supports the Cowboys. The way this is being handled only makes this site better IMO. __________________ We will miss you Sean. RIP 1983-2007 REMEMBER VT Go Hokies

05-01-2008, 05:33 PM	#101
JWsleep Propane and propane accessories Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, TX Age: 56 Posts: 4,719	Re: Important site news please read It's all my fault, fellas. I tore one of those mattress labels off my mattress--a very serious crime. Then I was busted for jaywalking. And finally, I drank beer as a minor. The feds had me in a bind, so I gave up all the crazy illegal stuff going on here. Look, I just can't do time. I am just too pretty. I wouldn't last an hour in there. My bad. What a crock of horse shit. Yet another way to pay back the loyal fans. Let us know if you need anything to help keep the site going, Matty. Do we need a legal defense fund? FREE THE WARPATH! FREE MATTY! ATTICA! ATTICA! __________________ Hail from Houston!

05-01-2008, 07:41 PM	#102
Lady Brave The Starter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Trinity, NC Age: 53 Posts: 1,444	Re: Important site news please read Could the solution be as simple as removing the "s" from Redskins? They only have the word Redskins trademarked right? The reason I ask is because the guys a RedskinRoadtrips made it a point to leave out the "s" to avoid the trademark issue when they named their site.

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