Legal Disclaimers

Last Updated: December 2025

🎭 Entertainment Disclaimer

1. Fictional Characters and Commentary

This website features commentary from fictional characters including:

• “Grumpy Dad” – A curmudgeonly fictional persona who “reviews” cards based on player appearances
• “Ada the Dog” – A fictional canine character with a treat-based rating system
• “Mystery Person” – A fictional silhouette character focused on profit analysis

These characters are entirely fictional personas created for entertainment purposes. Their “opinions,” “reviews,” “ratings,” and “takes” on sports cards, players, and related content are:

1. Purely fictional and created for entertainment value
2. Not the actual opinions of any real person, employee, or representative of Grumpy Dad Cards
3. Not intended to be taken as factual assessments, investment advice, or professional opinions
4. Written in a humorous, satirical style as part of our brand identity
5. Not reflective of any actual judgment about athletes’ skills, character, or worth as individuals

2. No Defamatory Intent

All commentary about players, teams, or individuals featured on sports cards is presented in good faith and jest. Any statements made by our fictional characters that reference real athletes, coaches, or public figures are intended as playful, satirical commentary on their public persona as depicted on trading cards, not as statements of fact about the individuals themselves.

No malice, defamation, or harm to reputation is intended.

3. Satire and Parody Notice

The character commentary on this website constitutes satire and parody, which is protected speech under the First Amendment. Specifically:

• “Grumpy Dad’s” intentionally curmudgeonly reactions to player photographs are comedic exaggeration
• “Ada’s” treat-based rating system is an absurdist comedic device
• “Mystery Person’s” profit-focused analysis is fictional speculation

A reasonable person would not interpret these fictional character statements as factual claims about any individual, their athletic abilities, their character, or their value as a person.

4. No Endorsement or Relationship

The appearance of any player, team, or league on this website does not constitute or imply any endorsement of Grumpy Dad Cards by that player, team, or league. We have no official relationship with any athletes, sports teams, or leagues. All player information is publicly available data used for the purpose of selling collectible trading cards.

💰 Investment & Pricing Disclaimer

1. Market Volatility Warning

The sports card market is highly volatile. Card values can fluctuate significantly based on:

• Player performance (stats, awards, championships)
• Player injuries or career-ending events
• Off-field incidents or scandals
• Overall market trends and collector interest
• Economic conditions
• New product releases
• Grading population reports

Past prices do not guarantee future values. You could lose money on sports card purchases.

2. Pricing Data Accuracy

Pricing data displayed on this website is gathered from third-party sources, primarily eBay sold listings. While we strive for accuracy:

• We cannot guarantee that pricing data is current, complete, or accurate
• Prices shown are historical data points and may not reflect current market conditions
• Comparable sales may not perfectly match your specific card (condition, centering, etc.)
• Market conditions can change rapidly

Always conduct your own research before making purchasing decisions.

3. Third-Party Data

We are not responsible for the accuracy of data obtained from third-party sources including eBay, pricing guides, or other market data providers. Use of this data is at your own risk.

4. No Professional Advice

The information on this website does not constitute:

• Financial advice
• Investment advice
• Tax advice
• Legal advice
• Professional grading opinions

Consult appropriate professionals for advice in these areas.

📦 Product Disclaimer

1. Card Condition

Unless otherwise stated, cards sold on this website are raw (ungraded) cards.

• Condition assessments are subjective opinions and should not be considered professional grading
• We recommend professional grading services (PSA, BGS, SGC, CSG, etc.) for cards intended for investment purposes
• We make no guarantees about the condition or grade a card may receive from professional grading services
• Surface issues, centering problems, and other defects may not be visible in photographs

2. Authenticity

All cards sold on Grumpy Dad Cards are, to the best of our knowledge, authentic products from their respective manufacturers. If you receive a card you believe to be counterfeit:

1. Contact us immediately through our website contact form
2. Do not alter or damage the card
3. We will work with you to resolve the issue
4. Resolution may include a full refund upon return of the card

3. Image Accuracy

Product images are photographs of the actual cards being sold. However:

• Variations in photography lighting may affect color appearance
• Monitor settings and calibration affect how images display
• Printing processes may cause slight color variations
• Reflective surfaces (refractors, holo, chrome) are difficult to photograph accurately

We strive to photograph cards accurately, but minor visual differences between images and physical cards may occur.

4. Shipping and Handling

Cards are shipped with appropriate protective materials including:

• Penny sleeves and toploaders (or equivalent protection)
• Team bags for additional protection
• Cardboard stiffeners or bubble mailers
• Appropriate padding for high-value items

While we take precautions to prevent shipping damage:

• We are not responsible for damage caused by postal carriers
• We recommend purchasing shipping insurance for high-value items
• Once a package is delivered (as confirmed by tracking), responsibility for the item transfers to the buyer

©️ Intellectual Property Notice

Trading card designs, logos, team names, player likenesses, and related intellectual property are owned by their respective parties:

• Card Manufacturers: Panini, Topps, Upper Deck, Leaf, etc.
• Leagues: NFL, NFLPA, MLB, MLBPA, NBA, NBPA, NHL, NHLPA
• Teams: Individual team organizations
• Players: Individual athletes
• Entertainment Properties: Nickelodeon (SpongeBob), The Pokémon Company, etc.

Grumpy Dad Cards claims no ownership of these properties. Card images on this site are original photographs taken for the purpose of selling the physical cards depicted and constitute fair use for commercial resale purposes.

✅ Acknowledgment

By using the Grumpy Dad Cards website, you acknowledge that:

1. You have read and understood these disclaimers
2. The character commentary is fictional entertainment
3. Pricing data is informational only and not investment advice
4. You assume responsibility for your purchasing decisions
5. You will not hold Grumpy Dad Cards liable for statements made by fictional characters