Well, the "skill" part of most Canadian and UK contests is usually just a simple math question. Like, answer 2+2 and all correct answers are entered to win. It's a silly way to get around their law about games of chance.@@ZeeOmega I didn't know that about Quebec! That's interesting and I like that idea! I'm so unlucky at random contests/emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
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In Quebec there are a whole separate bunch of rules about contests. The organization holding the contest has to notify a department in the Quebec gov't (don't know which one since I'm not in Quebec) ahead of time and fill out some forms, and get them approved etc. There is some way around it, but a lot of people don't think it's worth the hassle which is why most contests in Canada exclude Quebec. All of Canada requires the skill testing question though.
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Also breaking distance selling laws in UK by sending me wrong item then insisting I cover the postage to return... Too be honest Memebox is a bit of joke in terms of laws.
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The legal stuff bugs me too. I wonder if they honestly don't know (also about trademark violations, such as the first Wonder Woman ad, etc.), or do they know and just don't care, figuring they'll never get caught?
Neither scenario impresses me, because one is stupid and one is dishonest.
Neither scenario impresses me, because one is stupid and one is dishonest.
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After seeing the pics from the person who created memebox on Instagram in the past I would vote stupid.
They are now based in San Francisco so at least some of the team is bound to be American surely? They can't hide behind the "we're a South Korean company so don't know anything about legislation" if their HQ is registered now as the US, they should adhere to US law no?
Claiming ignorance is no excuse in a court of law...
Directly from their website
OUR STORY
Memebox is the #1 beauty e-commerce dedicated to bringing you the best of K-beauty.
Many of our products are sourced, packaged, and shipped directly from Korea straight to your doorstep. We are based in San Francisco, where we ship products to USA customers directly from our warehouse.
Therefore they will be registered for Taxes etc in the US and should adhere to US legislation governing competitions / returns etc. Maybe someone should point that out to them!
Claiming ignorance is no excuse in a court of law...
Directly from their website
OUR STORY
Memebox is the #1 beauty e-commerce dedicated to bringing you the best of K-beauty.
Many of our products are sourced, packaged, and shipped directly from Korea straight to your doorstep. We are based in San Francisco, where we ship products to USA customers directly from our warehouse.
Therefore they will be registered for Taxes etc in the US and should adhere to US legislation governing competitions / returns etc. Maybe someone should point that out to them!
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Article here discussing competitions that involve Canada
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/sb-digital/web-strategy/running-an-online-contest-dont-run-afoul-of-the-law/article594793/
So they have already breached one set of legislation as there were NO T&CS posted as far as I can tell. For that alone, the competition is illegal in Canada! I think the UK is the same and I'm pretty sure the US would have similar legislation stating T&CS MUST be posted.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/sb-digital/web-strategy/running-an-online-contest-dont-run-afoul-of-the-law/article594793/
So they have already breached one set of legislation as there were NO T&CS posted as far as I can tell. For that alone, the competition is illegal in Canada! I think the UK is the same and I'm pretty sure the US would have similar legislation stating T&CS MUST be posted.
Article about UK competitions
http://www.out-law.com/page-6780
Again, no T&Cs posted so falls foul there too...
I should point out these are not my websites but do include details of relevant legislation relating to competition entries in the different countries so thought it was pertinent to the discussion, if it breaches any Makeuptalk rules by posting them, Mods, please remove. They can however be found quickly by doing a quick Internet search of running online competition legislation. There is an American Attorney that has a specific piece on blogger comps and US legislation. As its her own website I won't post the link but its called Sweepstakes, Contests & Giveaways – Laws Bloggers & Brands Need to Know.
http://www.out-law.com/page-6780
Again, no T&Cs posted so falls foul there too...
I should point out these are not my websites but do include details of relevant legislation relating to competition entries in the different countries so thought it was pertinent to the discussion, if it breaches any Makeuptalk rules by posting them, Mods, please remove. They can however be found quickly by doing a quick Internet search of running online competition legislation. There is an American Attorney that has a specific piece on blogger comps and US legislation. As its her own website I won't post the link but its called Sweepstakes, Contests & Giveaways – Laws Bloggers & Brands Need to Know.
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While I would love to give them the benefit of the doubt here, even a 15yr old trawling YouTube understands what copyright infringement is. Surely their web staff are over that age and have some knowledge of what intellectual property is. It's in no way an issue of language barrier. Copyright is universally understood.
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It's funny though... Because when I looked at their Pinterest boards I felt like "What the f....??" So I can only imagine who is behind their social networking sites. It's kind of embarrassing ... So your comment conjured up all kinds of interesting characters in my mind. I'm still kind of chuckling over here.
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Sooner or later they will get in troubles... And nice people like you warn them about the legalities and they just ignore you...
They are governed by California law and have definitely broken contest laws. I'm feeling sadder and sadder about memebox. I wish this board was as active as it used to be--I'm currently at the er waiting to learn if my arm is broken and could use the entertainment!
Went over the handle bars of my bike and must have put my arm out. I've had X-rays and am waiting to find out. Now I'm practicing typing on my phone with my left hand!
Ouch! Hope its not broken (still really painful not matter what mind you). A nice pamper session when you get home is in order - feet up, cup of tea and loads of chocolate!
Getting late here in the UK so you take care!
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Regarding the new cleansing box, I am an absolute sucker for any kind of whitening products and can never have enough toners. But the price and the fact that there are no worthwhile codes out there mean that I'm not getting it. I wonder if they have noticed a decrease in site traffic as well as purchases?
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Oh. My. God. That's terrifying. I just felt uterus-clench sympathy pain for you. Yikes.
"I'm stick shadow"... it's more like I'm sick...
@@goldendarter They must have noticed a drop in traffic, there are almost no posts here!
I still wait for a spoiler for the cleanser box. I am not interested in whitening products and a toner doesn't tempt me enough to pay $29 + shipping for a mystery box from a company I don't trust
@@goldendarter They must have noticed a drop in traffic, there are almost no posts here!
I still wait for a spoiler for the cleanser box. I am not interested in whitening products and a toner doesn't tempt me enough to pay $29 + shipping for a mystery box from a company I don't trust
