Just a 2257 FYI.
 

To stop the madness, I have contacted an Albany NY Bill of Rights Law Firm to give us their opinion on 2257. I have spoken to them on the phone, thus, http://www.javes.com

But, I have asked for an opinion that I can post for all to see. I have not been given a price yet so I may have my hand out :) We need someone with nothing to gain but justice giving us information. I would never single out an online attorney but, we really need an opinion with nothing to gain from our fears. Or should I say, your fears :)

A great idea, Jim |thumb I think that many here would like to have an independent opinion about all this.

And, I think it may be a resonable price. If it is, I will cover it on my own. But if it is a crazy price...I will setup a place for donations. But, no matter what, everyone will be able to read it.

Great idea!

if your hand needs to come out Jim so does my wallet, you are one of the few people I would know 110% that would not be looking to gain from all this shit going on

I agree...I've seen so many money grabs, fear tactics, and misinformation that this would be like a breath of fresh air. Post a donate link, even if it isn't that much, I don't think you should foot the bill for all of us...I'll happily donate what I can :D

Kewl :)

Free Jim!!!

FREE JAVES.COM TOO!!!!!!!

Oh, it looks as if I woke up just in time for chanting and chaining ourselves to trees in protest. (Not to Jim's trees, of course. That would be fatal ;) )
FREE JIM! - FREE JIM! - FREE JIM! - KILL WHITEY! - FREE JIM! - FREE JIM!

oh man did Whitey call you an asshole too?

Certainly not!

Is Jim in jail yet for openly opposing 2257 compliance?

[quote=Jim]To stop the madness, I have contacted an Albany NY Bill of Rights Law Firm to give us their opinion on 2257. I have spoken to them on the phone, thus, http://www.javes.com

Jim- what does www.javes.com represent? If they are saying that the galleries on display are not compliant with 2257 content then I think some of those said to be non-compliant would not agree with the interpretation by the FSC.

I'm in for a slice if you need it Jim, great idea |thumb

Jim, what a great idea! If you need some support, I've got your back. I would personally be very interested to know what a lawyer's take on all of this would be.

See...I just want an opinion from a lawyer without anything to gain from us. I just want someone on the outside to let us know what the real deal is.

Way to go Jim |thumb I'm willing to chip in also.

Jim, I am good for a $100.

he plans on hiding out in the giant forest on his land. wait... scratch that idea.


:D

Agreed...I'll chip in too Jim |thumb

Last month you wrote me a check Jim. I'll send you the same amount if you need it.

Great idea and I am sure more than a few of us would chip in.

we're in.. |cool|

I have an appointment Monday with the main firm partner. He has read the ruling and is very interested. We are going to talk money on Monday. I really want to pay for this myself but I am not a rich man. I will keep you guys updated.

Just as an fyi...and remember these guys deal with internet law and bill of rights law every day. But, my mentioning it to them was the first they heard of it.

My wallet is open and there's even money in it. I'll donate to the cause.

|bananna| |bananna|

Linda

I do have this big bottle of change still…

Funny I am willing to give my money over to Jim but keep having to think about the FSC lol.

Whatever it costs, the piece of mind will be worth it. I know the firms opinion already but I am not going to say anything. I am going to let them tell you. This law firm as I said strictly deals with the bill of rights and amendments. Today, I will have the final price. I most likely will cover the cost for everyone. I really am not one to beg for money from webmasters.

But, around Christmas time, I will be begging for my wife's Toys for Tots charity. I will spell it all out for everyone when the time comes. I remember growing up as an only child and the tree was always overflowing with gifts for me. I would go to school and ask my best friend, what did you get. And he would tell me, a new shirt. My wife was the same way...very little at Christmas time. We both decided fuck that... Children deserve a decent Christmas. Anyway, I digress. The time is not here yet.

|santaslei

Thank you so much Jim for making this effort - and the Toys for Tots contributions are a fantastic idea!!

Hoping you put a Santa hat on your avatar this fall... |thumb

OK
I am back...The lawyer told me what he thought about 2257 but I won't get into real details as to who and why until I get his briefing. I will be paying for it myself. My tree money might as well do some good for the business.

The short version is...depending on who they go after, this lawyer doesn't think it will make it past the first test case. Unless they go after a content provider without the paperwork. But, I really don't think too many content providers don't have the paperwork.

He laughed when he saw javes.com and said, "good for you". :)

A lawyer with a sense of humor, I like this guy already.

What does 'content provider' actually mean these days ? If I link a FHG with a text link am I a 'content provider' ?

I just read that someone talked to the DOJ on the phone and they said if you text link a gallery/site you are a 'secondary producer', can that be true ?

Emperor

PS - Thank you for doing what you've done Jim.

Sounds like a logical guy...logically these regs cannot stand.

Jim, thanks very much for going to the effort man...it's greatly appreciated :) Oh, and thanks to your trees too!

Be sure to let us know when it's time for the toy drive...that's an awesome way to accept some reciprocation |thumb

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He laughed when he saw javes.com and said, "good for you". :)[/QUOTE]


I still don't know what javes.com is supposed to be. Tell me. Tell me. Tell me.