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Update: Please read http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=267506#1 and continue the discussion there.
ThatGuyDoMo
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
Australia516 Posts
September 19 2011 21:17 GMT
#1381
oh yay, conflict! (i guess)

see how this turns out, wonder how much he would have been paid at coL
DertoQq
Profile Joined October 2010
France906 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-09-19 21:18:25
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1382
On September 20 2011 06:09 Kaedeleus wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 06:04 DertoQq wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:03 Kaedeleus wrote:
I think Stephano is better in France in Millenium than an American team at the other end of the world. Of course, but it's just my opinion.


Why ? He could play with better players, he could play in bigger tournaments. Millenium is keeping him from big things I think.


You think the players are the best in CoL?


Being in an American team like Col means you're going to play at MLG, NASL, maybe GSL etc..
Being in a French team means you're going to play on stupid unknown french LANs.

You're smart, I think you can see what is the best choice.
"i've made some empty promises in my life, but hands down that was the most generous" - Michael Scott
ZestyPickle
Profile Joined July 2011
United States104 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1383
On September 20 2011 06:16 XRaDiiX wrote:
You guys just don't get it already been said that CoL's Contract with Stephano Means Diddy Squat in France.

- He has a 1 month time frame to breach/void the contract before its permanent
- The Contract was apparently not Valid/Legal
-Stephano actually chooses to stay on Millenium (Personal Choice)
-Complexity is exacerbating worsening the situation by trying to sue Millenium/Stephano.


CoL has too much Pride and still trying to Pursue action (Which is a bad idea and will cause a Shit Storm)

CoL(Complexity) Trying to pursue a lawsuit in France over this i don't see it happening and/or working especially with what we have learned so far.

I still think Complexity deceived dis-oriented Stephano into signing something he didn't agree to. Not to mention the Contract wasn't a real Contract purportedly.


And you still are incapable of understanding that US law matters too. Go away im tired of reading your horrible legal conclusions.
XRaDiiX
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Canada1730 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1384
On September 20 2011 06:15 Galaxy613 wrote:
Frankly, I doubt and want nothing to happen over this. He signed it, but it's just a few days old. From the sounds of it, no money or ANYTHING has been given to Stephano, and Stephano has done nothing for Complexity. If they have already sent Stephano a paycheck then yeah, then at the least Steph should return that.

But IMO Col. should just cut their losses and let him go.


Exactly what i'm thinking if Stepahno wants to stay on Millenium let him Stay.

Complexity is pursuing this ... etc Causing more Drama and Possible Shit Storm. I hope Complexity drops the possible lawsuit etc .... Let Stephano Choose.
Never GG MKP | IdrA
crms
Profile Joined February 2010
United States11933 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1385
On September 20 2011 06:01 FaRess wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 05:58 meRz wrote:
On September 20 2011 05:55 Paladia wrote:
As a law student, I cannot stress enough how bad of an idea it would be to take legal action. Even if both organisations were in the same country the cost could be more than the yearly turnover of both organisations combined. Doing it internationally is simply not a real option.

This is without even considering the legal basis of the claim. I've taken a look at some esports contracts between large organisations (such as SK-Gaming) and their players and the contracts are full of major holes and flaws, to say the least. This is after they've recruited a legal firm to "take a look at it".

As such, I am 100% sure that CoL will not take any legal action, as it could very likely be the end of them.


It's not whether or not taking legal action would actually be beneficial in an econonmic manner. It's more like SOMEONE has to do it eventually because otherwise contracts will hold no importance If coL can take legal action without sinking themselves then I'd say go for it.


What you are not understanding merz is, that if you want to be serious about acontract, make a valid one in the first place, I would completely agree with you if the contrac that coL did was well written, if it was the case they could sue Millenium, and do whatever they want to do, but don't talk about importance of contract if the contract is ridiculous in the first place



youre talking rather 'matter of fact' about the contract not being legitimate, while to my knowledge nobody knows the contract details yet. What merz said is absolutely true given what we do know, that a contract was signed. If we find out the contract was bogus so be it but I think you're being a little presumptuous.
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zhurai
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
United States5660 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1386
On September 20 2011 06:18 DertoQq wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 06:09 Kaedeleus wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:04 DertoQq wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:03 Kaedeleus wrote:
I think Stephano is better in France in Millenium than an American team at the other end of the world. Of course, but it's just my opinion.


Why ? He could play with better players, he could play in bigger tournaments. Millenium is keeping him from big things I think.


You think the players are the best in CoL?


Being in an American team like Col means you're going to play at MLG, NASL, maybe GSL etc..
Being in a France team means you're going to play on stupid unknown french LANs.

You're smart, I think you can see what is the best choice.

"the french scene" !!!!

wait wat
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merz
Profile Blog Joined July 2004
Sweden2760 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1387
On September 20 2011 06:12 Paladia wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 05:58 meRz wrote:
On September 20 2011 05:55 Paladia wrote:
As a law student, I cannot stress enough how bad of an idea it would be to take legal action. Even if both organisations were in the same country the cost could be more than the yearly turnover of both organisations combined. Doing it internationally is simply not a real option.

This is without even considering the legal basis of the claim. I've taken a look at some esports contracts between large organisations (such as SK-Gaming) and their players and the contracts are full of major holes and flaws, to say the least. This is after they've recruited a legal firm to "take a look at it".

As such, I am 100% sure that CoL will not take any legal action, as it could very likely be the end of them.


It's not whether or not taking legal action would actually be beneficial in an econonmic manner. It's more like SOMEONE has to do it eventually because otherwise contracts will hold no importance If coL can take legal action without sinking themselves then I'd say go for it.


As one soon learns, taking legal action is always the absolute last step and should be avoided at all cost. Even if they think it is a good idea now, in two years when this would finally go to court Stephano may not even play the game anymore and they themselves don't really care about it. This is without even considering the money, time and effort it would require during this period.

As noted, they may not even have a steady ground to stand on in terms of the legal basis of their claim. It would be interesting to take a look at the contract but even if it was rock solid I wouldn't recommend anyone sueing someone internationally. Even national law suits should be avoided at (almost) all cost.


First off, I'm pretty sure you know you don't have to tell me things like these. Secondly, this is beside the point. It's a ballsy move if coL were to follow through and yes it might lead to sick complications but it's still a move that someone eventually has to do if you want to keep validity of contracts within e-sports. If this is looked over again, and again, and again, contracts will hold absolutely no value in the end.
Winners never quit, quitters never win.
Kaedeleus
Profile Joined September 2011
France20 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-09-19 21:22:26
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1388


lololololol it doesnt matter what french law says, US law on a contract signed under the knowledge of joining a US organization.[/QUOTE]

Stephano is french so the French law applies. That's all endpoint
grobo
Profile Blog Joined February 2007
Japan6199 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1389
On September 20 2011 06:15 karpo wrote:
People seem to think that everyone has the goal to live in korea and train there. I just googled a bit and it seems like Mill had plans on starting a team house in france for their players. Maybe, just maybe that's more interesting to Stephano? We don't know and speculating and focusing on the korean aspect might be null and void if Stephano has no real interest in moving, right?


In that case he has a really odd way of showing his desire to stay in France, with him signing with coL and all.
We make signature, then defense it.
FaRess
Profile Joined September 2010
Tunisia937 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1390
Douchebags stating that french are happy about stephano decision are completely stupid, I'm digusted literally that Stephano is staying in millenium, all the other millenium team are falling appart, HELL even stephano in a very recent interview answered to the question "do you train with your teammates ?" answered "No comments, let's move to the next question", on the other hand I hear about complexity since I play videogames, it's a solid team that could have provided a very good environmnt for stephano to grow
YoloStar <3
cheesemaster
Profile Joined February 2011
Canada1975 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1391
On September 20 2011 06:16 XRaDiiX wrote:
You guys just don't get it already been said that CoL's Contract with Stephano Means Diddy Squat in France.

- He has a 1 month time frame to breach/void the contract before its permanent
- The Contract was apparently not Valid/Legal
-Stephano actually chooses to stay on Millenium (Personal Choice)
-Complexity is exacerbating worsening the situation by trying to sue Millenium/Stephano.


CoL has too much Pride and still trying to Pursue action (Which is a bad idea and will cause a Shit Storm)

CoL(Complexity) Trying to pursue a lawsuit in France over this i don't see it happening and/or working especially with what we have learned so far.

I still think Complexity deceived dis-oriented Stephano into signing something he didn't agree to. Not to mention the Contract wasn't a real Contract purportedly.

read this: Everyone is assuming French law is on Millennium's side (and it may be) but don't jump to conclusions. This was a contractor contract, NOT an employment contract. The jurisdiction was Texas, USA and France has treaties that cover such international contracts. We are still investigating this, but people should not write off our situation just yet.

In addition, many spectators have doubted our willingness to follow through with legal proceedings (as I'm sure Millenium does). They need to study history more closely

http://www.gotfrag.com/css/story/37209/

Again, no decisions have been made but I don't think certain people involved with this situation are taking it seriously enough.




If their was a jurisdiction set for the contract it really shouldnt matter what french laws are if he signed to and agreed to it under texas jurisdiction, also it is not an employment contract and the 30 days to get out of a contract is for employment contracts.
Slayers_MMA The terran who beats terrans
Lunas
Profile Joined September 2011
253 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1392
On September 20 2011 06:16 XRaDiiX wrote:
You guys just don't get it already been said that CoL's Contract with Stephano Means Diddy Squat in France.

- He has a 1 month time frame to breach/void the contract before its permanent
- The Contract was apparently not Valid/Legal
-Stephano actually chooses to stay on Millenium (Personal Choice)
-Complexity is exacerbating worsening the situation by trying to sue Millenium/Stephano.


CoL has too much Pride and still trying to Pursue action (Which is a bad idea and will cause a Shit Storm)

CoL(Complexity) Trying to pursue a lawsuit in France over this i don't see it happening and/or working especially with what we have learned so far.

I still think Complexity deceived dis-oriented Stephano into signing something he didn't agree to. Not to mention the Contract wasn't a real Contract purportedly.


I dont belive that I actually belive that Stephano would have loved to goto Complexity but Millinium pressured him into not abiding the contract
Thurokiir
Profile Joined June 2010
United States779 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1393
On September 20 2011 03:34 Naniwa wrote:
funny that people even discuss whether its right or wrong by stephano, he broke the contract to get more money from millenium. its that simple ; )


Naniwa, why so truthy?
Tahts halo dont worry
hRob
Profile Joined January 2011
Ireland34 Posts
September 19 2011 21:18 GMT
#1394
can somebody post a tl;dr?? :|
There is ALWAYS something to be learnt from EVERYTHING.
Wrathsc2
Profile Joined March 2011
United States2025 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1395
This is all Stephano's fought. I don't care if millennium gave him millions and i especially don't care if its void in France. He signed a contract. Its immature and he should be punished. If millennium knows that he knew that, they should be punished as well. Take them to court.
A marine walks into a bar and asks, "Wheres the counter?"
Snorkle
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States1648 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1396
On September 20 2011 06:12 Tamotab wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 06:05 Snorkle wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:03 Kaedeleus wrote:
I think Stephano is better in France in Millenium than an American team at the other end of the world. Of course, but it's just my opinion.



lol @ another 1 post frenchy coming out of the woodwork to espouse how great staying with a team for less pay, worse practice, and no opportunity to attend lans or stay in a korean pro gaming house is beneficial for the player.


worse practice ? yeah sure look at all the fantastic results NA players have in tourneys...

You are generalizing NA players now as complexity? Does that mean I get to bring Idra HuK Seth etc. in to this argument?

In reality world though col. has this cool deal with mvp where they can use their korean practice house and practice with their players.. which includes DRG

Also Slush is on col who does quite well for himself at tournaments. albeit quietly.
TBO
Profile Joined September 2009
Germany1350 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1397
On September 20 2011 06:17 Chargelot wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 06:16 XRaDiiX wrote:
You guys just don't get it already been said that CoL's Contract with Stephano Means Diddy Squat in France.

- He has a 1 month time frame to breach/void the contract before its permanent
- The Contract was apparently not Valid/Legal
-Stephano actually chooses to stay on Millenium (Personal Choice)
-Complexity is exacerbating worsening the situation by trying to sue Millenium/Stephano.


CoL has too much Pride and still trying to Pursue action (Which is a bad idea and will cause a Shit Storm)

CoL(Complexity) Trying to pursue a lawsuit in France over this i don't see it happening and/or working especially with what we have learned so far.

I still think Complexity deceived dis-oriented Stephano into signing something he didn't agree to. Not to mention the Contract wasn't a real Contract purportedly.


The contract doesn't have to mean anything in France, it could be worth literally nothing, the jurisdiction of the contract was in the USA, which means he is bound by American law.


His working place would be in France thats what makes it so complicated and not just a matter of "bound by American Law"
sixfour
Profile Blog Joined December 2009
England11062 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1398
On September 20 2011 06:17 Kaedeleus wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 20 2011 06:12 sixfour wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:09 Kaedeleus wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:04 DertoQq wrote:
On September 20 2011 06:03 Kaedeleus wrote:
I think Stephano is better in France in Millenium than an American team at the other end of the world. Of course, but it's just my opinion.


Why ? He could play with better players, he could play in bigger tournaments. Millenium is keeping him from big things I think.


You think the players are the best CoL?

well, i would think if he was flown to korea to play genius, dongraegu, keen, noblesse etc, he'd be playing people slightly better than tarson and adelscott


I was speaking of the U.S. team, the Koreans are above all and Millennium can also have a partnership with a Korean team


well come back to us when they've actually done it
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gulbanana
Profile Joined March 2011
Australia56 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1399
it's a shitty thing to do to persuade a guy into signing a contract at 3 am and then immediately announce it online.. and it's completely bizarre to, on discovering that your 'contract' doesn't respect french employment law and he wants out, make legal threats.

do americans think contracts are magic? the way some of you talk about "legally binding" and a "word of honour" sounds quasi-religious. under EU law, complexity's offer is considered an offer of employment; it doesn't adhere to the standards for such a thing. it's as simple as that. stephano made a mistake while tired, woke up and paniced, then realised he wasn't legally committed. dumb of him, but it's not a major issue.

hardly anyone seems to realise that someone might be good at starcraft yet not WANT to fly all around the world and pursue a career in it. he's got a medical education ongoing and a fun hobby which makes him some money. if complexity can't pressure him into accepting a position on their team, then they should suck it up and not make themselves sound like legal idiots.
DurandaL917
Profile Joined December 2010
United States92 Posts
September 19 2011 21:19 GMT
#1400
has Stephano said anything on the topic besides that initial statement about joining complexity?
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