Reply #7: There are cases when you can get away with it...

[tecelote]

1. Get their permission.

2. Do something they consider positive for their image. Generally, they let this go.

But, of course, you are making a statement they will not like. So, yes, CafePress is protecting you.

The Internet has made it a lot easier to go after copyright and trademark violations.

I know of a law firm that simply searches the Internet for violations. When they find them, they contact the company being violated and asks if they can pursue the case. They get a lot of business that way.

Many people will settle out of court. Ideal for them.