Shelly. You need to get in touch with a television crew to make a documentary about this, and highlight this corporation 'piracy' not just in the US but in Europe. Youtube was a good start, at least we can get the word out. Keep that dream alive Shelly, Things will work out in the end. We can't let them win.
this is why im keeping my mouth shut about my ideas that i want present to an company and when i present them i will have a lawyer with me plus i will have the company sign an agreement btw im verry sorry that this happened to you should sue these scum bags
This is for Jakks Pacific and play along toys.I dont understand why you have to steal the idea of one toy from a family who has hardley anything left because of you. becasuse you already have so many toys and products on the market already and the fact that you are a million dollar franchise probably isn't enough for you. You just had to steal the idea from a family who worked so hard to to create it. I'm no longer purchasing any more proudcts from your corporation any longer.
Doesn't surprise me. Corporations have shown time and time again that they will step on people to make a profit.
This isn't as bad as corporations who outsource and 3rd world countries who put them in basically 1900 textile factories with no labor laws. Yet it's still horrible, don't get me wrong.
Good luck with your claim. Hopefully some justice will come from it but the best action to take would most likely be legal pursuits.
Jakks Pacific and Play Along Toys, I know you know about this video. Now you have to think about us and this video everyday just like we have to be remind daily and every minute of the day of what you took from us. It always comes back around. Now you can just think about us each day and this video. Plus all the other stuff that is coming. How does it feel?
Thats crazy wrong. Keep us posted with vids about how this is going. I posted this vid link on my facebook and sending this vid to people here on youtube. Time to make a stand.
i say it to. it's wrong. but the bear idea is wow. why didn't you come up with it?
these days its about getting ahead. Running over the weaker is rewarded.
this video has to many sobbing so cut it short. you are not begging. you are pissed of b/c it's unfair. simply prove it.
sue them. they will settle your case fast. they don't want bad publicity. call and write to the media. you are effective and believable. I am not gonna buy their stupid bear.
I know that you need to go to a Toy Broker, before pitch meetings. If you go to Mattel, they will refer their contacts to inventors. My thoughts are with you and your family. It is time to move on and don't give up your dreams, because then they will win.
i WOULD say "well unfortunently yer product didnt sell cuz ppl didnt like yeridea and they like care bears more." BUT! tats not true cuz the only reason they are the most sold are because they steal good ideas like yours.
Wow. Normally I would say this is just how the world works but... wow. You really didn't deserve this to happen to you. I am so sorry. This is horrible. =(
WE idiots voted for people who support systems that give massive breaks to large corporations. WE are not a democracy, that is just political talk, we are really a "corporatocracy". We can take power back by buying local and supporting " American Made" small businesses wherever possible. It might cost more in the short term but in the long term we will all be better off .
I don't think sue them is the smart idea to do right now due to your situation, what I would do is a non-violent protest, get some media attention, but if the Care Bear wont do the right thing, then you can sue them, this way, it let people know how bad the Care Bear are, and the Care Bear might compensate to stop the protest.
Please, don't go off crazy and sue them, cause they are richer than you, which mean better lawyers, so they have more advantage
That is ashame, what a greedy world we live in. I hate big companies like them who don't care about their employees, customers, or anyone but themselves.
It is also ashame that such a money making company has to steal ideas from the hard working people who barelly get by.
I say keep the fight going and get what You truly deserve and put those greedy money hungry fools in their place.
is it true that you cant copyright or patent and idea, such as hide and seek? is it that you can only patent and copyright an actual item. very unfair , sorry for you!!!
I will NEVER purchase another Care Bear. Where can we buy your product? We need to flood the stores with requests and orders. Is there a website where we can get your product? Don't just take on the broad cause of Copy Cats being wrong; focus on how the consumers can get your product - we need to be able to demonstrate the demand for your product and REJECT the Copy Cat version. We are done with Care Bears in this house.
i'm very sorry that happened to your family .I believe you will get out of this stronger then ever just hang on sister you will see it very soon. my very best to you and your family dear.Peace
why are you not out there suing them instead of wasting time on this video which will accomplish nothing? do you get a dollar for every view or something?
IM SO SORRY this has happend to your family. i will NEVER buy a care bear, i will never allow my kids to have them either. PLEASE dont stop talking about this, i will tell everyone i know about this
I think you should contact opra or tyra, all of the talk shows you can and really get this out there. Obviously they've been doing this and they'll just keep doing this to other people. MAKE AS MUCH NOISE AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN!!!!
hidenseekhaley-- you know wat u should do... u should go 2 the company office and say the same thing that is in this video to them so u know that they actually hear it
omg!!! IM SO SORRY, IM ONLY 13, SO U PROBABLY DONT CARE, BUT IF IT MAKES U FEEL ANY BETTER, I HAVE A HIDE AND SEEK HAYLEY DOLL, I NEVER GOT A CARE BEAR, I STILL HAVE THAT DOLL 2
Play Along has a habit of taking other people's ideas and ripping them off. Mattel and MGA steal from each other all the time. They don't care about the small investor and inventor.
prostitution like this happens often in this.that's because money rule and nothing else metters. politicians are paid off to make laws that is good for thiefs like those componys. i don't know what to tell you thou. keep sanding the info about the product that those bitches coming up with so people that view will not buy. hell stop buying from toys r us period. they don't care about nothing else accept money too. if your product ever hit the market let us know so we can support you. good luck.
thanks for this video, and i'm so sorry this happened to you. you're obviously very creative to have come up with that. i say you and your mom should come up with another idea and promote your toy right here on youtube, ebay, or just anywhere on the internet.
you're spreading your voice right now, you should resell your hide-n-seek haley.
Even the packaging looks similar. My advice is that, if you haven't already, you sue for damages, punitive and otherwise. There are lawyers that only charge if you win. See if you can get one of those guys/girls on your case. Either way, I'm sorry about what's happened to you and your family. It seems like, at every turn, there's some a55hole, waiting to screw others.
My heart goes out to you as this is a sad situation. I really hate it when people take advantage of you and you can't do anything about it. I don't really like the whole corporate world that much either, so I think I might give them a call, or something. I don't know both sides of the story, but I think the nice compassionate thing should be done whatever that may be
Wow. That's terrible. :o Seriously?! This is what I hate about big corporations who steal ideas and then take all the credit and end up making millions. This is really wrong. I hope you get the help you deserve. I cried when I think it was your mom who was talking? (The woman in the wheelchair) It's a shame that they don't even take time to care. I'm sure they'd start caring really quick if it happened to one of their family members...
I feel so bad for you . I for one will not buy any toys from the makers of carebears. i hope you get all the hepyou need I have13 neices and nephews and one grandsonAnd I will not buy anyof these toys for birthdays and Christmas!
I emphathize with you. Not only do large corporations destroy the American dream, so does Big Government. Small businesses provide a service for a professional fee then Big Government shuts small businesses down by providing grants to other companies so they can charge less or no money. Actually it's the taxpayer that pays.
I wonder if you could pitch this to the tv networks to make a reality show based on the life and struggles of an inventor.
Coporation Vs regular everday person.
This would probably entice the top law firms to work for free in exchange for tv exposure and to gain notoreity while at same time helping an individual get justice.
This could also help gather public sympathy and support for the victims and bring attention to the shady business practices of Play Along.
I am so sorry for what is happening to you! I Bu t don t forget that God is with you and he will not let you loose the house:) you have to sue them !!
If he was sincere when he asked you what you want him to do, and if their company has some integrity they'll be willing........ask them for a percentage of their profits.
I am sorry to hear this, i am an inventor myself, and have an invention to change lives but am afraid of this of what happened to you. I have a son i want to leave this to. And do not want just anyone to take this away. But , i tell you this if i can get this idea in affect i personally will help you out. There is to much greed. God Bless
Well if everyone does feel bad for her and thinks she is right then u should all try to help. By sending emails to news and ect, i have emailed a few people im hopeing to get a respounce soon. I think u should all do the same email cnn email who ever even if its just a local news.
on the other hand, i commend you on making a product that gets put on shelves. some people never make it that far. i am going to boycott jaxx from now on. what they did was so wrong. lik everyone else, i wish the best to you. keep pushing on.
Yea thats life playing dirty look at mp3 players,computers apple come out with ipod and mac. There is no law agianst this taking a invintion and making it better.
U should post this r send it to oprah her website/mail it to her
I'll tell both my sisters to stop buying their products for my niece and twin nephews, and let them spread the word to everyone they know that has young kids too!
dear shelley, i would like to have the date that you invented and got the patent on hide and seek dolls, and the day they came out with the hide and seek care bears. with this info i will put up posters on local toy stores, and try my best to protest the buying of the toys of the company that destroyed you. in the meanwhile i wish you and your family the best of luck.
i hope you win a court case its wrong when a big company takes our ideas away from us i had a great idea and put a patent and thermoking did there product out before i could i say there is a legit lawsuit and take 80% of there profits from them if you down load a artist music its stealing and they dont get paid for there work this is the same principal
If this is legitimate, then I would bet attorneys would be drooling to represent you. Do you have a lawyer? I do feel for you, but cursing and name-calling don't serve you. Be professional, you'll have more credibility. Sometimes the little guy does win. Good luck to you.
Vengence is God's!!! When there is unjustice God makes things right. I am very sorry to hear this.Don't give up!! Keep that dream of yours alive. God is with you.
i must ask this question did you have a patent for your idea.i bet this video never gets a feature,the laws in this country protect big biz bottom line.i posted a comment before this. but it was too deep
I hope the toy companies do something to compensate your family. I will never buy a Hide-n-Seek Carebear!! And, I will tell everyone I know not to either! I wish your family the best...
you should get a petition signed or something, go to your senators or whatever. depending on which senator or representative they are he/she might help
more like Larry Puke, patent infringement, all you need is 2 differences to steal a patent! but wait, our gov. is giving them bailout money to , we are getting screwed at both ends. Why do people want to come here?liers,theives, drug cartells,both political parties(r/d).the least they could have done was buy her out. America land of Dreams, HOME of Dream killers.their PUK'S. BEEN THEIR(timewarner and AOL merger,1000shars, down the drain.thank AOL.CORP'S SUCK.
Its sad but people do this every day just because they think their all that and a bag of chips because they own big companys and if you get other people who have had this happen to them than you would be able to make it illigal for the big dogs to do this just because they own huge cmponeys and they would end up owing thousands and thousands of dollors to you and other people and even the govermant stand up for yourself and dont let them get you please keep in mind that i am only 13.
These componeys are horibal and do it every day!! I fell that it is unfare and if you would go to court and state your opinion with other people who have had this happen to them than you people could make it illigal for the top dogs to do this and they would and up owing thousands of dollors to many many people and to the goverment to.
Copycatting stinks and these companies should be punished by consumers, BUT .. do you still have a life? Do you still have that American dream, or have you laid down and given up? Stand up, dream another dream, and take a giant step forward. TRY to turn the bad into effort and find another way to succeed.
The Real World Sucks, Not only do we get screwed by corporated giants, we work our butts for THE MAN everyday to barely get by check to check , but theres nothing you can do, corporated will never go away, even know their evil idiots just like the us government
For a big company to steal an idea from a small inventor really says alot about that company. Should they be reminded that it is people like us that give them their business and the opportunity to keep supporting their families. They took away a dream from a couple of persons.We will make sure that we take their dream away from them. I will make sure everyone I encounter does not buy their products anymore. May God Bless you and have Faith. God alone will take care of it.
I'm sorry for your plight. Unfortunately, this is an all to common thing to have happen to the "small guy" a friend of mine designed a great product - saw it through to manufacturing. Put life savings into it. The "big" partner he sought to market it went behind his back & copied his product. 6 Mo later - it was in sharper image. No lawer could touch his case.
I'm not buying Cabbage Patch anything or Care Bear anything!!! You need to sue these guys...especially if you came in and presented for them FIRST. You do have rights and you do have a case.
If you need me to sign an electronic petition just e-mail it to me. I am so angry for you. How could they do such a thing?!? They have enough care bear crap already! they even have their own tv show(which isn't any good any way). They are low down good for nothing crooks, I hope Oprah helps you.
That really sucks that a company such as that can take an idea from some small inventor. This company needs to pay and pay big to this family for what greef it has caused and set an example of what can happen if you copy someone elses product. Good luck to you ladies
I am sorry to hear about your situation, but I am still not sure how they copied you? Aside from the name, Hide and Seek, what other similarities do they have? If they have quite a bit, you should really take them to court with the aid of a lawyer.
Getting negative exposure for the company does help though, they may want to settle out of court.
jakks products are pure bull.care bears are creepy looking and cabigepatch dolls are nothing compared to american girl dolls.. i can belive it, they run outof ideas and then turn to inocent people for help.. we more like steal from them.. i showed this video to my uncle..(who works at walmart) and hes gonna show this to his boss 1st chance he gets. chances are they might be off the shelvs:) i cant promise anything tho!
I forgot to mention that we do have a patent. Inventors are being taken advantageof by big corporate giants. Help stop this from happening to you. Copy cats are just a license to steal and it is WRONG!
Wow, this really sucks... I am so SORRY this happened to you poor ladies... I really think everyone who watches this video should send it to a friend... So everyone can know about this horrible event :\
There will always b sum1 2 steal ur shine but nvr 4get dat there is a GOD.Things happen 4 a reason. dnt wat have happened stop u 4rm pursuin ur dreams.I believe dat it will all work out in the end.
That is horrible! It's pretty sad that a company that successful has to steal ideas and dreams from someone just trying to make a better life for themselves and their families. An example needs to be made of them!
My sister and mother have worked on this for so long, I cant tell anyone how hard they worked what they risked and how much time and money they spent. it is so sad that big companies make there money on other peoples ideas, and then treat them like dirt. They need to sue them for principle. If they keep getting away with this, why would anybody want to invent. There is no price tag for this kind of behavior
That really sucks! It would be one thing if they just competed against your project, but refusing to buy or license your invention, then TAKING your idea and pretend it's their own, while destroying you and your mom? That is UNBELIEVABLE!!!! I don't see how they can get away with this.
***** I am so sorry I meant to give you a 5 STAR I thought you had to press each star. I think that it is so wrong what Play Along toys did. I am not buying their toys anymore. How could they do that. What greedy cowards is right. I am telling everyone I know.
Sounds like capitalism to me.
decus69 2 years ago
Shelly. You need to get in touch with a television crew to make a documentary about this, and highlight this corporation 'piracy' not just in the US but in Europe. Youtube was a good start, at least we can get the word out. Keep that dream alive Shelly, Things will work out in the end. We can't let them win.
angels77100 2 years ago
this is why im keeping my mouth shut about my ideas that i want present to an company and when i present them i will have a lawyer with me plus i will have the company sign an agreement btw im verry sorry that this happened to you should sue these scum bags
678BUMPERLOVER 2 years ago
Damn your teeth are whiteeee as snow, good job on that. lol on a serious note, sorry about what happend, hope everything turn out great for you guys.
if someone thinks about buying a carebear, i`ll burn their money.
FlyHigh1337 2 years ago
Them stinkin' care bears!
lilmissfaboulous343 2 years ago
There's no such thing as the "American Dream" anymore. Best of luck to your family.
MininakaHai 2 years ago
This is for Jakks Pacific and play along toys.I dont understand why you have to steal the idea of one toy from a family who has hardley anything left because of you. becasuse you already have so many toys and products on the market already and the fact that you are a million dollar franchise probably isn't enough for you. You just had to steal the idea from a family who worked so hard to to create it. I'm no longer purchasing any more proudcts from your corporation any longer.
inualways14 2 years ago
Wow. I cant believe they did that and ur in this major crisis right now. I will pray for you!!!<33333
LoveableAngela 2 years ago
Doesn't surprise me. Corporations have shown time and time again that they will step on people to make a profit.
This isn't as bad as corporations who outsource and 3rd world countries who put them in basically 1900 textile factories with no labor laws. Yet it's still horrible, don't get me wrong.
Good luck with your claim. Hopefully some justice will come from it but the best action to take would most likely be legal pursuits.
ChosenRogues 2 years ago
So sorry to hear this happened to you. I'll never look at Care Bear quite the same way. You should make a documentary about this.
Imagitv 2 years ago
I got one invention stole from me also, at the time I didnt had the money or knowledge about what to do, but hopefully everything works for you.
cdesigns222 2 years ago
there is a law its called a pattion im sorry about what they did i hope things turn around for you
7puffs7 2 years ago
I have a patent
hidenseekhaley 2 years ago
dannng. sorry . well i promise even though im 15 i wont buy from them , ever, even if theres a fire !
xschloesser420 2 years ago
That is not right. They talk pretty much the last thing you had. Couldn't Jakks, and Play Along, made a new idea!
kn1ghts100 2 years ago
You should have went without the music and posted you web address so people can buy the real dolls.
fuck care bears
Califman831 2 years ago
gi.joe rocks
jenbrig 2 years ago
Jakks Pacific and Play Along Toys, I know you know about this video. Now you have to think about us and this video everyday just like we have to be remind daily and every minute of the day of what you took from us. It always comes back around. Now you can just think about us each day and this video. Plus all the other stuff that is coming. How does it feel?
hidenseekhaley 2 years ago
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jenbrig 2 years ago
FUCK CARE BEARS!!!!
siouxieblair 2 years ago 5
yeah the music has gotta go.
but thats so wrong...
foxybaby3 2 years ago
Thats crazy wrong. Keep us posted with vids about how this is going. I posted this vid link on my facebook and sending this vid to people here on youtube. Time to make a stand.
moviehound71 2 years ago
that is wrong! you should sell this story to someone! or you should boycot them!
awesomesoccernerd 2 years ago
i say it to. it's wrong. but the bear idea is wow. why didn't you come up with it?
these days its about getting ahead. Running over the weaker is rewarded.
this video has to many sobbing so cut it short. you are not begging. you are pissed of b/c it's unfair. simply prove it.
sue them. they will settle your case fast. they don't want bad publicity. call and write to the media. you are effective and believable. I am not gonna buy their stupid bear.
try again and again and again...
1000creation 2 years ago
man i hear ya on this even without the corny music im with ya if you need any help bringing those fuckers down ill help
slipknot555133 2 years ago
I am really sorry about everything i hope your family gets a lot better i will pray for u
god blees you and your family i send u my love.
angellovespie 2 years ago
I am so sorry, I hope you get justice. I'll never buy another toy from them again
21mrs 2 years ago
yeah take that to court
prince6359 2 years ago
WHY HAVEN'T YOU GOTTEN A LAWYER?!
alfieFIVE 2 years ago
I HATE CARE BARES
spraycan400 2 years ago
That is so disgusting of them. I'm sorry this happened and I hope you get justice.
tjbena86 2 years ago
thats wrong
CheyenneCannibal 2 years ago
Contact John Stossell and Dateline or 60 minutes. I am sure you could get your word out there through a large media outlet like 60 Minutes.
gkygrl 2 years ago
I always hated Care bears anyways. They don't seem to care at all.
Knaz89 2 years ago
thats ridiculous.
im so sorry :((
caitycurbstompp 2 years ago
I know that you need to go to a Toy Broker, before pitch meetings. If you go to Mattel, they will refer their contacts to inventors. My thoughts are with you and your family. It is time to move on and don't give up your dreams, because then they will win.
RobinZodiac 2 years ago
what douches dun worry i bought tht doll for my cousin it was sexy and good job fucking tht guy up!^-^
not physically tho verbaly it better...
estevesPookie 2 years ago
take it to court...?
it isnt that hard... dont ask oprah for help...
MiddleEastRevolution 2 years ago
but then she needs a lawyer
ilovesugarcane 2 years ago
but that means she has to pay for a lawyer
ilovesugarcane 2 years ago
this is a harsh world we live in im really sorry
sinith8575555555564 2 years ago
wow i am so sorry =(
i WOULD say "well unfortunently yer product didnt sell cuz ppl didnt like yeridea and they like care bears more." BUT! tats not true cuz the only reason they are the most sold are because they steal good ideas like yours.
im sorry=(
drifter231 2 years ago
sad story. but this is the rule of the 'free market' - an ugly system.
Turn lemons into lemonade and come back with a vengeance! you can do it.
PebbleBreeze 2 years ago
thats not fair!!
snowy99999 2 years ago
Wow. Normally I would say this is just how the world works but... wow. You really didn't deserve this to happen to you. I am so sorry. This is horrible. =(
Soneclipseredvblue 2 years ago
You have to get on the news now!
cheri2525 2 years ago
This is a shame.
foxxx2001 2 years ago
that music in the background makes me cry
redmarquez 2 years ago
Make more videos like this one. Sue the sons-of-bitches to the ground!
Don't ask oprah for help, she is SCUM. Email until your hands bleed: corporations, retailers, TV staions, FOX NEWS.
Tell big corporations that you will sue them too for helping the SCUMBAGS to commit FRAUD.
Big Companies and Big names are AFRAID of losing money... just ask David Letterman after what he did to Sarah Palin.
UTubes07 2 years ago
So Sad...I'm So Sorry!!
britsjos 2 years ago
WE idiots voted for people who support systems that give massive breaks to large corporations. WE are not a democracy, that is just political talk, we are really a "corporatocracy". We can take power back by buying local and supporting " American Made" small businesses wherever possible. It might cost more in the short term but in the long term we will all be better off .
zuluamuse 2 years ago
I don't think sue them is the smart idea to do right now due to your situation, what I would do is a non-violent protest, get some media attention, but if the Care Bear wont do the right thing, then you can sue them, this way, it let people know how bad the Care Bear are, and the Care Bear might compensate to stop the protest.
Please, don't go off crazy and sue them, cause they are richer than you, which mean better lawyers, so they have more advantage
NON-VIOLENT PROTEST IS THE KEY
bagai999999999 2 years ago
That is ashame, what a greedy world we live in. I hate big companies like them who don't care about their employees, customers, or anyone but themselves.
It is also ashame that such a money making company has to steal ideas from the hard working people who barelly get by.
I say keep the fight going and get what You truly deserve and put those greedy money hungry fools in their place.
FearsEnd 2 years ago
is it true that you cant copyright or patent and idea, such as hide and seek? is it that you can only patent and copyright an actual item. very unfair , sorry for you!!!
blvsmaty 2 years ago
I will NEVER purchase another Care Bear. Where can we buy your product? We need to flood the stores with requests and orders. Is there a website where we can get your product? Don't just take on the broad cause of Copy Cats being wrong; focus on how the consumers can get your product - we need to be able to demonstrate the demand for your product and REJECT the Copy Cat version. We are done with Care Bears in this house.
MMfanAZ 2 years ago
yeah this is really messed...that is an exact copy of it....
royalchocolate08 2 years ago
thats sad
Dukester1710 2 years ago
Wow that's sad really really sad and I was thinking bout inventing something I guess I have to be careful in what I do
BLACXKCOBRA//PRINCE OF THA UNITED STATES
blacxkcobra 2 years ago
I an so sorry that happend to you thats really bad i will never buy a care their toys again and im making prayers for ur family
moombaluvsyah 2 years ago
That is so fucked up.... and the carebear looks like an exact copy.... sue them sista get your dough
Mavsish 2 years ago
horrible. get a bad name out there for them, contact the news or oprah or tyra, and SUE.
UnderAmberLights 2 years ago
Sue Them & Fry Them!!! I hope you win! I have loved Care Bears since a child, now my child has them. However- we WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER!!!
singndanceskeeter 2 years ago
i'm so sorry this happened to your family.
you sound like wonderful people.
i'm sure you could care less about my comment since i can't really help...but i do give you my prayers that your family will be ok.
crazzy1231 2 years ago
i'm very sorry that happened to your family .I believe you will get out of this stronger then ever just hang on sister you will see it very soon. my very best to you and your family dear.Peace
mistybloo08 2 years ago
why are you not out there suing them instead of wasting time on this video which will accomplish nothing? do you get a dollar for every view or something?
ringmaster316ms 2 years ago
ACUTALLY SUE. YOULL PROBLY WIN
eugsoccer 2 years ago
IM SO SORRY this has happend to your family. i will NEVER buy a care bear, i will never allow my kids to have them either. PLEASE dont stop talking about this, i will tell everyone i know about this
PrittyLilPam 2 years ago
wow.. thats tough.. im sorry :(
money is a god to some people :(
twittervideoeveryday 2 years ago
I think you should contact opra or tyra, all of the talk shows you can and really get this out there. Obviously they've been doing this and they'll just keep doing this to other people. MAKE AS MUCH NOISE AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN!!!!
deadthelma 2 years ago
SUE THEM
RNRMRMONEYRNR 2 years ago
hidenseekhaley-- you know wat u should do... u should go 2 the company office and say the same thing that is in this video to them so u know that they actually hear it
Karategirlhorselover 2 years ago
that's not right at all...
bringme2lifexxx 2 years ago
omg!!! IM SO SORRY, IM ONLY 13, SO U PROBABLY DONT CARE, BUT IF IT MAKES U FEEL ANY BETTER, I HAVE A HIDE AND SEEK HAYLEY DOLL, I NEVER GOT A CARE BEAR, I STILL HAVE THAT DOLL 2
TheInnocentViewer 2 years ago
Play Along has a habit of taking other people's ideas and ripping them off. Mattel and MGA steal from each other all the time. They don't care about the small investor and inventor.
2degucitas 2 years ago
Go to the news or better yet...Good Morning America. Or Oprah..if you havent already. Sue them, put the company on its knees. good luck:)
vanzz21 2 years ago
Get a lawyer and sue them to the ground those people deserve this. I'm going to stop buying stuff from these people.
track818 2 years ago
prostitution like this happens often in this.that's because money rule and nothing else metters. politicians are paid off to make laws that is good for thiefs like those componys. i don't know what to tell you thou. keep sanding the info about the product that those bitches coming up with so people that view will not buy. hell stop buying from toys r us period. they don't care about nothing else accept money too. if your product ever hit the market let us know so we can support you. good luck.
krzysztofwelo 2 years ago
play along toys will reap this. dont worry.
realdeal119 2 years ago
i'm NEVER buying something from them again.
thanks for this video, and i'm so sorry this happened to you. you're obviously very creative to have come up with that. i say you and your mom should come up with another idea and promote your toy right here on youtube, ebay, or just anywhere on the internet.
you're spreading your voice right now, you should resell your hide-n-seek haley.
if i had money i'd buy itt!
xceeejy 2 years ago
Even the packaging looks similar. My advice is that, if you haven't already, you sue for damages, punitive and otherwise. There are lawyers that only charge if you win. See if you can get one of those guys/girls on your case. Either way, I'm sorry about what's happened to you and your family. It seems like, at every turn, there's some a55hole, waiting to screw others.
CharmingMan27 2 years ago
My heart goes out to you as this is a sad situation. I really hate it when people take advantage of you and you can't do anything about it. I don't really like the whole corporate world that much either, so I think I might give them a call, or something. I don't know both sides of the story, but I think the nice compassionate thing should be done whatever that may be
funtimeadventures 2 years ago
Wow. That's terrible. :o Seriously?! This is what I hate about big corporations who steal ideas and then take all the credit and end up making millions. This is really wrong. I hope you get the help you deserve. I cried when I think it was your mom who was talking? (The woman in the wheelchair) It's a shame that they don't even take time to care. I'm sure they'd start caring really quick if it happened to one of their family members...
Leitzeh 2 years ago
No body wants Oprah's help...say whats really on your mind....Oprah give us some money. Jakks, send some money to those poor people, you won already.
CaptainBillWalker52 2 years ago
I hope you can find a lawyer that will go after these people!!!!!
454star454 2 years ago
Yes, you need to find an attorney to take this on contingency. Find a Patent Attorney in your local yellow pages.
GrenadeChick99 2 years ago
I feel so bad for you . I for one will not buy any toys from the makers of carebears. i hope you get all the hepyou need I have13 neices and nephews and one grandsonAnd I will not buy anyof these toys for birthdays and Christmas!
erikguthro300 2 years ago
Find a Lawyer who would be willing to take the case on a contingancy basis as soon as possible...... I wish you the best of luck.
TomH404 2 years ago
I emphathize with you. Not only do large corporations destroy the American dream, so does Big Government. Small businesses provide a service for a professional fee then Big Government shuts small businesses down by providing grants to other companies so they can charge less or no money. Actually it's the taxpayer that pays.
jcleads 2 years ago
Amen!
strangeworth 2 years ago
Welcome to America, where the richer get richer and the poorer get poorer.
Oh and Play along toys do not give two shit because they are egotistic cold heart ed money making basters.
DramaticSoul77 2 years ago
I wonder if you could pitch this to the tv networks to make a reality show based on the life and struggles of an inventor.
Coporation Vs regular everday person.
This would probably entice the top law firms to work for free in exchange for tv exposure and to gain notoreity while at same time helping an individual get justice.
This could also help gather public sympathy and support for the victims and bring attention to the shady business practices of Play Along.
BBlaZZers 2 years ago
Sorry, pal. I meant to thumb-up your comment, not thumb it down.
I agree completely, by the way, heheh.
CompellingDisorder 2 years ago
These guy are the fucking scum, and that money and they still want to be greedy
dvdlps22 2 years ago
I am so sorry for what is happening to you! I Bu t don t forget that God is with you and he will not let you loose the house:) you have to sue them !!
valentinho10 2 years ago
oprah is a wonderful person. i know she'll find it in her heart to help you.
blue0lava 2 years ago
If he was sincere when he asked you what you want him to do, and if their company has some integrity they'll be willing........ask them for a percentage of their profits.
lbblau 2 years ago
You should send this to all news companys, I bet Fox would do a story, they like stuff like this! I really hope you get justice
westindixie 2 years ago
Sue Them ... They Owe You ... Just My Opinion ... God Bless & Good Luck !!!
TraciMarie210 2 years ago
LOL that you helped them and bought their carebear doll. u know that is a good idea! ill be buying a carebear thing
FasterthanSpeed414 2 years ago
happy Mother's Day
lsnfoundation 2 years ago
I am really sorry about that it is so hard to accept bull shit like that
unknownyouber 2 years ago
all poor dear cant seem to catch a break can u bitch ha ha ha i work 4 that company.
hayman102 2 years ago
This is so terrible. I hope you get what you deserve! Best wishes to you. (:
TheFruitThtAteItself 2 years ago 2
Keep seeking business relations with stores! Kids love hide and seek! I used to when I was a kid!
IDestructoro 2 years ago
but what happened to all the other money you made before this ............but it is wrong
ZainabDosti 2 years ago
thats horrible.... whats the name of this song i love it
dancinangelgt500 2 years ago
The name of the song is "Angel" by Sarah McLachlan
momofkje 2 years ago
i think you should talk to someone about this and publish this to the news. show those people who's boss!!!
cocoogirlla20 2 years ago
I think someone needs a nap!
wrxsubaru02 2 years ago
I'm speechless. Destroy carebear and those two D-bags
fitch12345 2 years ago
Can't you sue the toy company for copyright infringement or trademark enfringement?
MovieFreekHere 2 years ago
I am sorry to hear this, i am an inventor myself, and have an invention to change lives but am afraid of this of what happened to you. I have a son i want to leave this to. And do not want just anyone to take this away. But , i tell you this if i can get this idea in affect i personally will help you out. There is to much greed. God Bless
1klyphf 2 years ago
Well if everyone does feel bad for her and thinks she is right then u should all try to help. By sending emails to news and ect, i have emailed a few people im hopeing to get a respounce soon. I think u should all do the same email cnn email who ever even if its just a local news.
lovetheworld2007 2 years ago
i cant even tell you how messed up that is.
on the other hand, i commend you on making a product that gets put on shelves. some people never make it that far. i am going to boycott jaxx from now on. what they did was so wrong. lik everyone else, i wish the best to you. keep pushing on.
XashleylynX 2 years ago
Yea thats life playing dirty look at mp3 players,computers apple come out with ipod and mac. There is no law agianst this taking a invintion and making it better.
U should post this r send it to oprah her website/mail it to her
lovetheworld2007 2 years ago
I'll tell both my sisters to stop buying their products for my niece and twin nephews, and let them spread the word to everyone they know that has young kids too!
AcidCakes 2 years ago
dear shelley, i would like to have the date that you invented and got the patent on hide and seek dolls, and the day they came out with the hide and seek care bears. with this info i will put up posters on local toy stores, and try my best to protest the buying of the toys of the company that destroyed you. in the meanwhile i wish you and your family the best of luck.
barcoded2 2 years ago
i hope you win a court case its wrong when a big company takes our ideas away from us i had a great idea and put a patent and thermoking did there product out before i could i say there is a legit lawsuit and take 80% of there profits from them if you down load a artist music its stealing and they dont get paid for there work this is the same principal
1991nx2k 2 years ago
If this is legitimate, then I would bet attorneys would be drooling to represent you. Do you have a lawyer? I do feel for you, but cursing and name-calling don't serve you. Be professional, you'll have more credibility. Sometimes the little guy does win. Good luck to you.
peapodgrrl 2 years ago
I can;t believe this right now I am going to these guys take back their toys from my store , I am sorry for you
aramsargsyan 2 years ago
Have you tried filing suit through a copywrite attorney?
thegibbshow 2 years ago
Vengence is God's!!! When there is unjustice God makes things right. I am very sorry to hear this.Don't give up!! Keep that dream of yours alive. God is with you.
Aquamarina13 2 years ago
check out my comments on the comment section of this ladies page
seepastbullshit44 2 years ago
go to the company cause a huge seen so that it gets on tv hell dump shit on the front doors something these compaines
play dirty
seepastbullshit44 2 years ago
i must ask this question did you have a patent for your idea.i bet this video never gets a feature,the laws in this country protect big biz bottom line.i posted a comment before this. but it was too deep
and did not get posted.scary huh.GET IT
BIG BIZ IS BIG...................
seepastbullshit44 2 years ago
i invented the damn hide ans seek doll stop trying to steal my credit and i am serious beg a lil bit more im sure opra will help
Ethuggernaut 2 years ago
thats just awful! i will never ever buy another toy from play along toys after what they put u through
chocoluver77 2 years ago
That's life and that suxs and Iam sure you were not thet first or last that these companys do this too
menessag25 2 years ago
I hope the toy companies do something to compensate your family. I will never buy a Hide-n-Seek Carebear!! And, I will tell everyone I know not to either! I wish your family the best...
abejt002 2 years ago
that sucks
xjoltsamx 2 years ago
you should get a petition signed or something, go to your senators or whatever. depending on which senator or representative they are he/she might help
furrikittytoes 2 years ago
more like Larry Puke, patent infringement, all you need is 2 differences to steal a patent! but wait, our gov. is giving them bailout money to , we are getting screwed at both ends. Why do people want to come here?liers,theives, drug cartells,both political parties(r/d).the least they could have done was buy her out. America land of Dreams, HOME of Dream killers.their PUK'S. BEEN THEIR(timewarner and AOL merger,1000shars, down the drain.thank AOL.CORP'S SUCK.
itsibitsispiderUSMC 2 years ago
That is just cruel what these companies do! 5/5 -touching
WeRComedyProductions 2 years ago
Its sad but people do this every day just because they think their all that and a bag of chips because they own big companys and if you get other people who have had this happen to them than you would be able to make it illigal for the big dogs to do this just because they own huge cmponeys and they would end up owing thousands and thousands of dollors to you and other people and even the govermant stand up for yourself and dont let them get you please keep in mind that i am only 13.
samysalsa09 2 years ago
These componeys are horibal and do it every day!! I fell that it is unfare and if you would go to court and state your opinion with other people who have had this happen to them than you people could make it illigal for the top dogs to do this and they would and up owing thousands of dollors to many many people and to the goverment to.
samysalsa09 2 years ago
i ahve the Hide N Seek Hayley doll. I love that thing!
handmileyluver456 2 years ago
Copycatting stinks and these companies should be punished by consumers, BUT .. do you still have a life? Do you still have that American dream, or have you laid down and given up? Stand up, dream another dream, and take a giant step forward. TRY to turn the bad into effort and find another way to succeed.
I did!
highcap56 2 years ago
The Real World Sucks, Not only do we get screwed by corporated giants, we work our butts for THE MAN everyday to barely get by check to check , but theres nothing you can do, corporated will never go away, even know their evil idiots just like the us government
jcountryartist 2 years ago
For a big company to steal an idea from a small inventor really says alot about that company. Should they be reminded that it is people like us that give them their business and the opportunity to keep supporting their families. They took away a dream from a couple of persons.We will make sure that we take their dream away from them. I will make sure everyone I encounter does not buy their products anymore. May God Bless you and have Faith. God alone will take care of it.
badmendez 2 years ago
You are so right. It is a spiritual journey and God always wins in the end. Thanks. Please tell evryone not to buy there products. Your awesome!
Shelly
hidenseekhaley 2 years ago
i hate those stupid big companies they should be in alot of trouble for copycatting ,there is rights u know
Nickjobro15 2 years ago
I'm sorry for your plight. Unfortunately, this is an all to common thing to have happen to the "small guy" a friend of mine designed a great product - saw it through to manufacturing. Put life savings into it. The "big" partner he sought to market it went behind his back & copied his product. 6 Mo later - it was in sharper image. No lawer could touch his case.
soverign60 2 years ago
shelly get a lawer if you need help finding one let me know. this can be faught
aosrick 2 years ago
I'm not buying Cabbage Patch anything or Care Bear anything!!! You need to sue these guys...especially if you came in and presented for them FIRST. You do have rights and you do have a case.
iamsuperbabymaker 2 years ago
If you need me to sign an electronic petition just e-mail it to me. I am so angry for you. How could they do such a thing?!? They have enough care bear crap already! they even have their own tv show(which isn't any good any way). They are low down good for nothing crooks, I hope Oprah helps you.
DreamsofCentaurs 2 years ago
That really sucks that a company such as that can take an idea from some small inventor. This company needs to pay and pay big to this family for what greef it has caused and set an example of what can happen if you copy someone elses product. Good luck to you ladies
JorgeVGonzalez 2 years ago
yeah it's like the delayed windsheild wiper dude.
DreamsofCentaurs 2 years ago
I am sorry to hear about your situation, but I am still not sure how they copied you? Aside from the name, Hide and Seek, what other similarities do they have? If they have quite a bit, you should really take them to court with the aid of a lawyer.
Getting negative exposure for the company does help though, they may want to settle out of court.
I hope everything works out for you! Good Luck!
Runey00 2 years ago
jakks products are pure bull.care bears are creepy looking and cabigepatch dolls are nothing compared to american girl dolls.. i can belive it, they run outof ideas and then turn to inocent people for help.. we more like steal from them.. i showed this video to my uncle..(who works at walmart) and hes gonna show this to his boss 1st chance he gets. chances are they might be off the shelvs:) i cant promise anything tho!
littelxmissxme 2 years ago 2
I just threw away all my jakks pacific toys..
1al0CP 2 years ago 2
i hope nothing like this happens to me and my idea, i hope everything turns out ok for you.
mistahsandoval 2 years ago
Ask Farmers about the lovely Cargill .
same Big corporation story
EdugeBDroN 2 years ago
I forgot to mention that we do have a patent. Inventors are being taken advantageof by big corporate giants. Help stop this from happening to you. Copy cats are just a license to steal and it is WRONG!
hidenseekhaley 2 years ago
this is so sad. i hope everything turns out right.
OnsetFilms 2 years ago 5
Wow, this really sucks... I am so SORRY this happened to you poor ladies... I really think everyone who watches this video should send it to a friend... So everyone can know about this horrible event :\
iTunesJunky 2 years ago
I agree.
tifalove 2 years ago
I hope this gets more exposure, so you can get the justice you deserve.
spacegeek725 2 years ago
There will always b sum1 2 steal ur shine but nvr 4get dat there is a GOD.Things happen 4 a reason. dnt wat have happened stop u 4rm pursuin ur dreams.I believe dat it will all work out in the end.
sexiegurl20 2 years ago
You All Need To SUE them _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A holes
whyme635 2 years ago
That is horrible! It's pretty sad that a company that successful has to steal ideas and dreams from someone just trying to make a better life for themselves and their families. An example needs to be made of them!
llilpny 2 years ago
My sister and mother have worked on this for so long, I cant tell anyone how hard they worked what they risked and how much time and money they spent. it is so sad that big companies make there money on other peoples ideas, and then treat them like dirt. They need to sue them for principle. If they keep getting away with this, why would anybody want to invent. There is no price tag for this kind of behavior
bubba282222 2 years ago 2
Is this for real????
FLAduranie 2 years ago
EVIL PLAY ALONG TOYS!
graciegew512 2 years ago
That really sucks! It would be one thing if they just competed against your project, but refusing to buy or license your invention, then TAKING your idea and pretend it's their own, while destroying you and your mom? That is UNBELIEVABLE!!!! I don't see how they can get away with this.
markjoslas 3 years ago
***** I am so sorry I meant to give you a 5 STAR I thought you had to press each star. I think that it is so wrong what Play Along toys did. I am not buying their toys anymore. How could they do that. What greedy cowards is right. I am telling everyone I know.
sarahr111 3 years ago