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10 US Laws Every Domainer Needs to Know

Someone emailed me about it, thought it might interest you: http://www.avivadirectory.com/domain-law/
- Points: 10
- Post #1
- Jul 12, 2007
- Section: Private Legal Discussion
Merry Christmas Everyone

Bah humbug everyone...(heh...)
- Points: 5
- Post #10
- Dec 24, 2011
- Section: The Break Room
Qotto.com -- Non-payer

To those who asked why Ms. Domainer posted this thread, I believe she made her point at the start: Does this essentially mean she can't "move on" without doing something? After all, she can just post (which she did) while attending to other matters---just like any of us can. Anywho, all of us...
- Points: 4
- Post #27
- Jan 1, 2016
- Section: Advisories
Registered an expired domain. Previous owner fighting with me!

Ignore the previous owner, but keep any communications (e.g. email) from that person.
- Points: 4
- Post #16
- Jun 21, 2015
- Section: General Domain Discussion
Trump Vs. Domainer

The dispute here involved a trademark rather than a patent: http://www.uspto.gov/faq/trademarks.jsp#_Toc275426672 We also have many examples of words (even phrases) in regular language as trademarks. Apple...tide...shell...head and shoulders...windows...pizza hut...the list goes on and on...
- Points: 4
- Post #8
- Mar 3, 2014
- Section: Domain News ≫ Handpicked
An International Domain Hijacking Saga

Hi folks, I initially thought of posting this domain hijacking incident in the legal section. Then, I decided it's better here because: a) its author publicized the incident ever since, and b) it can be better read here for all. You're about to find out why the title shortly. Needless to say...
- Points: 4
- Post #1
- Apr 8, 2013
- Section: General Domain Discussion
Cybersquatting at its worst

Those boundaries have been defined since 2001, and fair use depends on the case at hand. Speaking of which, here's the one that started that specific dispute: http://www.wipo.int/amc/en/domains/search/text.jsp?case=D2010-2220 And Mr. Yung even had the (arguable) gall to file a lawsuit to stop...
- Points: 4
- Post #10
- Apr 1, 2013
- Section: Domain News ≫ Handpicked
Posts Are NOT Legal Advice

Content on NamePros is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized advice from a qualified legal practitioner. Communications on NamePros are not privileged communications and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Although it's fine to ask questions...
- Points: 4
- Post #1
- Aug 31, 2009
- Section: Legal Discussion
googlehomespeaker.com

Same situation: the more unique and/or famous the trademark, the more likely people will associate it with its holder. You can check Go Daddy's refund policy if you qualify. If not, then you can always consider this a lesson learned---which some people paid with more than just reg fees.
- Points: 3
- Post #29
- Nov 1, 2016
- Section: Legal Discussion
news Eric Lyon is a dad :)

Now THIS is news! Congratulations to you and your family, Eric. :)
- Points: 3
- Post #138
- Jan 16, 2016
- Section: The Break Room
Qotto.com -- Non-payer

You realize you bumped up the thread, yes? But no worries because I did, too, hehe.
- Points: 3
- Post #66
- Jan 6, 2016
- Section: Advisories
Malware detected in cease and desist

Hmmm, Domain Copyright Notice while the subject is Trademark Infringement. I'd take the notice a bit seriously if it's just TM infringement, but not a combo of TM and copyright infringement when the latter doesn't apply to domain names per se. Rather than delete the email, perhaps you folks can...
- Points: 3
- Post #35
- Jun 13, 2015
- Section: Advisories
Got a TM problem from a big bank

Generic in what context, though? Shell and Apple are generic in the context of mollusk and fruit respectively, but not for petroleum and (pretty much) electronics in their respective industries. Given the bank has contacted you, you better look for a lawyer versed in these things if you truly...
- Points: 3
- Post #19
- Apr 18, 2015
- Section: Private Legal Discussion
Trademark issues

Well, you cared enough to comment, he he. Not everyone knows any better, which is why they ask. At least they find out sooner rather than later — more so the hard way as others have.
- Points: 3
- Post #10
- Jul 22, 2014
- Section: Legal Discussion
The Case Of A Web Design Firm & An Ex Client

Hi folks, Probably one of the most common legal issues involving domain names is the case of a web designer or firm registering one for its (ex) client. For those not familiar: 1. Client pays web designer/firm to create a website for them. 2. Web designer/firm registers domain name...
- Points: 3
- Post #1
- Jan 30, 2014
- Section: Legal Discussion
.Com And .Net Prices To Go Up - Again

If VeriSign gets its way again, that is. April Fools, everyone, and stay safe.
- Points: 3
- Post #1
- Apr 1, 2013
- Section: gTLD Discussion
Facebook is a Big Bad Bully...

Facebook didn't argue that TeachBook is squatting. They argued that TeachBook's registration and use can potentially confuse people: http://techcrunch.com/2010/08/26/facebook-placebook-teachbook/#comment-72911838 Don't limit yourself to just squatting. Likelihood of confusion is what...
- Points: 3
- Post #6
- Sep 8, 2012
- Section: Private Legal Discussion
Megaupload.com Gets Hit By Mega Piracy Indictment

At least this, from the indictment: And not flaunt it, too.
- Points: 3
- Post #42
- Jan 24, 2012
- Section: Domain News ≫ Handpicked
Megaupload.com Gets Hit By Mega Piracy Indictment

Probably not needed, but I figured I'd toss these here in case some people "complain" how the U.S. can supposedly enforce its laws overseas, get people to extradite, etc. USAM 9-15.000 International Extradition and Related Matters U.S. extradites Panama's ex-leader Noriega to France -...
- Points: 3
- Post #22
- Jan 21, 2012
- Section: Domain News ≫ Handpicked
Megaupload.com Gets Hit By Mega Piracy Indictment

If anyone's actually interested: http://documents.latimes.com/justice-department-indictment-file-sharing-site-megaupload/ Then look up the U.S.' 4th Amendment on seizures.
- Points: 3
- Post #7
- Jan 20, 2012
- Section: Domain News ≫ Handpicked