09-14-2002, 06:42 AM | #1 |
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Segway Trademark?
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Admin: I don't think this is off-topic because it has to do with the Segway comapany. Isn't Segway a trademark and if it is can this website use it without permission or do you have permission or are you just hoping they don't care? Not trying to cause trouble, just an honest question. |
09-14-2002, 08:03 AM | #2 |
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Admin may or may not respond to this, but I'll give you my opinion.
First, how many forums have you visited on the internet? I participate in several. Almost all are named for the vehicle or item being discussed. Would you be questioning "ToyotaChat.com"? How about HarleyChat, or maybe WinXP.org? I am confused at your reason for even bringing up these concerns unless this is the only forum you have ever visited. |
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09-14-2002, 12:06 PM | #4 |
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At the bottom of the homepage are found the words: "This site is not affiliated with Segway LLC."
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09-14-2002, 12:10 PM | #6 |
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I'm no lawyer, but I have noticed that online publications routinely use the Segway logo in their articles as a hotlink to the Segway website. I have noticed this with other logos and companies as well.
Is this a huge problem? |
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09-14-2002, 12:22 PM | #8 |
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I'm not saying that manufacturers do not sometimes allow the websites because it is in their interest, but it is within their rights to control their marks. The question was just whether you the site has explicit permission or not.
Just curious. |
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Hi Dawn,
you write, "Sounds like you don't know for sure. Do you have a legal opinion?" I would ask the same of you? Do you have a legal opinion? Are you a representative of www.sueit.com? I think you raise interesting questions, particularly since there are ramifications and instances throughout the internet. I do think, however, that your thread belongs in the off-topic section of this site. It pertains more to website design than the Segway. |
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