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Jschrempp: /* Closure */

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Closure

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 ===Closure===
 * September 3, 2019 So far Dan Rasure has spent $2,027,790.25 in attorneys’ fees defending allegations of trademark infringement.
-* [[August 15, 2019 Dan Rasure sends email]] announcing the closing of TheShop.build.
+* August 15, 2019 Dan Rasure sends email announcing the closing of TheShop.build.
 ===Appeal===

Jschrempp: /* Verdict */

2025-03-01T02:42:19Z

Verdict

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Jschrempp: /* TechShop files for bankruptcy */

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TechShop files for bankruptcy

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 ** [https://www.scribd.com/document/372547097/Official-Form-206E-F Form 206E-F]
 ** [https://www.inforuptcy.com/filings/canbke_563373-5-18-bk-50398-techshop-inc Feb 26, 2018, Bankruptcy filed], case 5:18-bk-50398
-* [[Feb 26, 2018]] Michael Erickson posts to FB a letter from Dan Woods saying bankruptcy is being filed this evening
+* Feb 26, 2018 Michael Erickson posts to FB a letter from Dan Woods saying bankruptcy is being filed this evening
 * Feb 20, 2018 Dan Rasure: From FB: Talks about his dealing with TS
 ==== Feb 20, 2018 From Facebook post by Dan Rasure ====

Jschrempp: /* TechShop files for bankruptcy */

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TechShop files for bankruptcy

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	** [https://www.inforuptcy.com/filings/canbke_563373-5-18-bk-50398-techshop-inc Feb 26, 2018, Bankruptcy filed], case 5:18-bk-50398		** [https://www.inforuptcy.com/filings/canbke_563373-5-18-bk-50398-techshop-inc Feb 26, 2018, Bankruptcy filed], case 5:18-bk-50398
	* [[Feb 26, 2018]] Michael Erickson posts to FB a letter from Dan Woods saying bankruptcy is being filed this evening		* [[Feb 26, 2018]] Michael Erickson posts to FB a letter from Dan Woods saying bankruptcy is being filed this evening
	* [[Feb 20, 2018 Dan Rasure]]: From FB: Talks about his dealing with TS		* Feb 20, 2018 Dan Rasure: From FB: Talks about his dealing with TS

			==== Feb 20, 2018 From Facebook post by Dan Rasure ====

			I want to clear up a few items. I did the deal in San Francisco the way I did, because there was no deal to be made with TechShop or Autodesk. Autodesk let their UCC filing to secure their loan lapse in 2017, and when I asked Autodesk over and over if they had it they said they did. They finally admitted they didn't and refiled UCC'S. This didn't happen until January 5th. TechShop had also started receiving notices about their lease prior to the shop originally closing and continued to receive communication after the close. Between these two very significant failures on the parties,there was no deal to be made with either of them. I made the deal that had to be made to open the shop, I also never lied to either party about San Francisco. I did stop talking about the location after I made it clear to Autodesk the San Francisco assets were gone, TechShop never asked why it disappeared from the new proposals.

			A deal can be made that gets the employees paid, but it is very clear Autodesk and TechShop do not want this to happen. Autodesk has repeatedly said they prefer bankruptcy. I have proposed deals that pay all of the employees prior to bankruptcy, allow the shops to open, and rent the equipment so a trustee can help decide fair value. The board doesn't want to take the risk of paying employees who they have an obligation to pay, and then file for bankruptcy. As well as the rental offers, cash proposals have also been made.

			The obligation to pay employees was that of TechShop; they failed, and they need to get it paid. TechShop has not been honest with many parties for quite some time, so I'm not sure why anybody thinks they are now.

	===Theshop opens===		===Theshop opens===

Jschrempp: /* Lawsuit */

2025-03-01T02:29:21Z

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 ===Lawsuit===
 * Feb 16,2018 [https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/6309146/techshop-inc-v-rasure/ TechShop sues TS2 for trademark issues], court documents
-* Feb 15, 2018 [[Press Release about opening SF shop]]
+* Feb 15, 2018 Press Release about opening SF shop
 * Feb 13, 2018 Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods posted by Eric Stratten on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/126866134652841/permalink/144971466175641/ TechShop Detroit Refugees] See below.
 * Feb 12, 2018 [https://techshop2.com/ TechShop 2.0 website] TechShop 2.0 San Francisco to open February 19th, 2018
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 * Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.
 * Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again
 ==== Feb 13, 2018 Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods ====

Jschrempp: /* Lawsuit */

2025-03-01T02:27:49Z

Lawsuit

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	* Feb 16,2018 [https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/6309146/techshop-inc-v-rasure/ TechShop sues TS2 for trademark issues], court documents		* Feb 16,2018 [https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/6309146/techshop-inc-v-rasure/ TechShop sues TS2 for trademark issues], court documents
	* Feb 15, 2018 [[Press Release about opening SF shop]]		* Feb 15, 2018 [[Press Release about opening SF shop]]
	* Feb 13, 2018 [[Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods]] posted by Eric Stratten on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/126866134652841/permalink/144971466175641/ TechShop Detroit Refugees]		* Feb 13, 2018 Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods posted by Eric Stratten on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/126866134652841/permalink/144971466175641/ TechShop Detroit Refugees] See below.
	* Feb 12, 2018 [https://techshop2.com/ TechShop 2.0 website] TechShop 2.0 San Francisco to open February 19th, 2018		* Feb 12, 2018 [https://techshop2.com/ TechShop 2.0 website] TechShop 2.0 San Francisco to open February 19th, 2018
	* Feb 1, 2018 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Still working nonstop to bring this to a resolution and open shops.		* Feb 1, 2018 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Still working nonstop to bring this to a resolution and open shops.
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	* Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.		* Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.
	* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again		* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again

			==== Feb 13, 2018 Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods ====
			As you know, Dan Rasure had been negotiating with Autodesk, Lowe's, TechShop and landlords regarding his desire to acquire assets and re-open several TechShop locations. However, after consulting with the secured creditors and under advisement of our attorneys TechShop, Inc's Board of Directors has concluded that there is no imminent agreement in play between Mr. Rasure and either the secured creditors or TechShop, Inc. Therefore, we will be moving ahead with Chapter-7 filing.

			Further, there is absolutely no relationship between Mr. Rasure's TechShop 2.0 entity and TechShop, Inc. or it's LLCs.

			Mr. Rasure's representations online and social media are his own. We are aware that yesterday he promised to open a makerspace in TechShop San Francisco's former location by next Monday. However, we (nor any of our partners or secured creditors) were party to that agreement.

			I can be reached at (redacted phone number) if you or anyone on your team would like to discuss further.

			Warm Regards,

			Dan

	==== Feb 1, 2018 The following appeared on Facebook ====		==== Feb 1, 2018 The following appeared on Facebook ====

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Lawsuit

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	* Feb 13, 2018 [[Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods]] posted by Eric Stratten on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/126866134652841/permalink/144971466175641/ TechShop Detroit Refugees]		* Feb 13, 2018 [[Facebook posting of letter from Dan Woods]] posted by Eric Stratten on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/126866134652841/permalink/144971466175641/ TechShop Detroit Refugees]
	* Feb 12, 2018 [https://techshop2.com/ TechShop 2.0 website] TechShop 2.0 San Francisco to open February 19th, 2018		* Feb 12, 2018 [https://techshop2.com/ TechShop 2.0 website] TechShop 2.0 San Francisco to open February 19th, 2018
	* [[Feb 1, 2018 Dan Rasure]]: From Facebook: Still working nonstop to bring this to a resolution and open shops.		* Feb 1, 2018 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Still working nonstop to bring this to a resolution and open shops.
	* Jan 15, 2018 [https://gem.godaddy.com/p/c8898b Email from Dan Rasure]		* Jan 15, 2018 [https://gem.godaddy.com/p/c8898b Email from Dan Rasure]
	* Jan 14, 2018 Dan Rasure: From Facebook "Would you like to work for TechShop 2.0? Do you have a product you think we need? Do you provide a service that we should consider? Do you have a class you think we should offer, and you’d love to teach? Please visit [http://www.techshop2.com www.techshop2.com] and click on the more button to apply or submit your proposal. We look forward to hearing from you!" (Note: "more" only appears on small screens. On a laptop it says "Job Application" and "Suppliers")		* Jan 14, 2018 Dan Rasure: From Facebook "Would you like to work for TechShop 2.0? Do you have a product you think we need? Do you provide a service that we should consider? Do you have a class you think we should offer, and you’d love to teach? Please visit [http://www.techshop2.com www.techshop2.com] and click on the more button to apply or submit your proposal. We look forward to hearing from you!" (Note: "more" only appears on small screens. On a laptop it says "Job Application" and "Suppliers")
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	* Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.		* Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.
	* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again		* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again

			==== Feb 1, 2018 The following appeared on Facebook ====

			This is Dan and I wanted to first thank everyone for continuing to hang in there as we finalize the transactions. This has turned into a very complicated deal with more than 20 major players involved, this doesn't include employees, instructors, vendors, or investors.

			We are working nonstop to bring this to a resolution and announce shop openings. Every day I think we will be able to announce something and something else keeps us from completing a transaction. To say the least, it has been extremely disappointing at times, but your desire to have your shops open again is a strong motivator to continue forging ahead.

			I wish I had more to share, but the negotiations are still sensitive at this point. We will have a ton to share and I am looking forward to talking to all of you soon. Thank you again.

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2025-03-01T02:24:25Z

Lawsuit

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	* Jan 4, 2018 Dan Rasure : From Facebook "I know I promised another update in 24 hours. We have a few details that are taking a little bit longer than anticipated as people get back from New Years. I will provide a more in-depth update as soon as we can. Thank you"		* Jan 4, 2018 Dan Rasure : From Facebook "I know I promised another update in 24 hours. We have a few details that are taking a little bit longer than anticipated as people get back from New Years. I will provide a more in-depth update as soon as we can. Thank you"
	* Jan 1, 2018 Dan Rasure : From Facebook: "It has been a good weekend. We received a key document from one of the 3rd party TechShop partners late Friday night and the lawyers will be discussing the finer points on Tuesday. I also have a longer update to post and will do so in the next 24 hrs. Thank you for your patience."		* Jan 1, 2018 Dan Rasure : From Facebook: "It has been a good weekend. We received a key document from one of the 3rd party TechShop partners late Friday night and the lawyers will be discussing the finer points on Tuesday. I also have a longer update to post and will do so in the next 24 hrs. Thank you for your patience."
	* [[Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure]]: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.		* Dec 28, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: Report that contractors may be paid as part of the deal.
	* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again		* Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure: From Facebook: TS2 might be on again

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Lawsuit

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			==== Dec 28, 2017 Reported by Seth Abbott Newsome‎ on FB ====

			Dan Rasure, manager of TS 2.0, just called me personally to say a few things to the group. As with anything related to Techshop, Ill believe it when I see it. But he said that he is proceeding with the deal to try and open most of the shops in January.

			He also said that if that can go forward he is fully committed to paying 100% of employee and contractor pay. There is of course still the issue of reclassification, and he seems to agree that likely at least some of the contractor positions were inappropriate, but its a different discussion.

			He is drafting a personal message to be posted to the group later. Will keep you posted.

			Posted by Dan Rasure on FB:

			We are working diligently to get the employees and instructors paid. There is a ton of details to get covered in the agreements.

			Waiting on all of the final documents to come back. Everything is extremely close.

	==== Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure public post in Facebook ====		==== Dec 16, 2017 Dan Rasure public post in Facebook ====