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The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Headquarters made its official position on this quite clear in the Fall 2001 edition of The Record (our quarterly publication).
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That tells me nothing. OK, I am making it my official position that I own the Island of Guam. What, you mean I still don’t own it? But I made it my official position!
You still have to substantiate illegal use of the mark. The Delta Phi example you cite also tells me nothing unless they have successfully used this to stop a badge auction. This action was taken to prohibit the sale of unauthorized producers putting the Delta Phi mark on their product – decals, T-shirts, pocketwatches, etc. It still does not apply to a badge which is an original item, legally produced by an authorized entity and legally sold to a member.
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His name is Frank Ginocchio and he may be reached at fginocchio@sae.net, or by phone at 800-233-1856, X 214.
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But here’s a serious question: I am sure Mr. Ginocchio is a fine attorney. Why has he not been successful in removing all the SAE badges from ebay? SAE badges are one of the most commonly listed on ebay (not surprising based on membershipnumbers), appearing at a rate of 2 per week! If I’m so wrong about this, where is the progress on this front after FOUR YEARS?
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If you feel so justified in your position, then I'll expect a transcript of your conversation with him posted here shortly. If you're too afraid to talk to the Fraternity's chief lawyer, then it's probably a good sign that what you're doing is illegal (hint: it is). Good luck! I'll be waiting for details of that conversation...I'll be waiting for details of that conversation...
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OK, Columbo. You wait there and I'll get that right over to you. Seriously, does this high testosterone posturing really work on anyone?
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