We suggest that you brew yourself a delicious cup of Black Bear coffee, and take a look at the American legal system in action.

Below are the hyperlinks that will provide all of the details you might want regarding our "difference of opinion" with Starbucks.

For how it all started, please CLICK HERE.

For a history of events, including the most pertinent documents we are able to post, please CLICK HERE.

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For clarification on Starbucks' legal position, please contact the following:

If you'd like to call Starbucks and give them your opinion, they can be reached at: (800) 235-2883 then dial 0

or you can try this e-mail link: http://www.starbucks.com/customer/contact_forms.asp?nav=3f and reference Customer Relations in your message.