Headline issues

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by Theozard, Nov 4, 2006.

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    I have a website for which i wanna use this tagline "News for fools, Stuff that really matters" :p...Anyway are there chances that slashdot might come behind me?
     
    Theozard, Nov 4, 2006 IP
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    marketjunction Well-Known Member

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    If someone else is using it, don't use it. Pretty simple.
     
    marketjunction, Nov 6, 2006 IP
  3. Theozard

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    buy generally, im not using the exact thing. Am i allowed to do this.Anyone?
     
    Theozard, Nov 7, 2006 IP
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    What is the original line?
     
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    News for nerds, stuff that matters
     
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    It's close enough for them to take you to court. I'm assuming they have it trademarked.

    That's my own opinion though. Others might think otherwise.
     
    marketjunction, Nov 8, 2006 IP
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    Slashdot is owned by OSTG. I cannot see where their slogan is trademarked. But, that does not mean they would not pursue someone who uses their concept.

    But, something like "News for fools. Stuff that hardly matters" will not be readily confused with "News for nerds. Stuff that matters"

    You should also study the slashdot site's usage policies.
     
    clancey, Nov 8, 2006 IP
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