Domain Names
Domain names have become increasingly important and the rules for protecting
and disputing them continue to change. We have been at the forefront of the
Internet revolution and are experienced in the registration and protection as
well as disputing of domain names.
The rules have changed
Since January 2000 the dispute policy for .com, .net and .org domain names
has been significantly modified. There is now a mandatory arbitration
process that is designed to be fast and inexpensive. A successful
arbitration should result in the transfer of the domain name to the
complainant.
Arbitration
As explained above, the arbitration process is the first step in many domain
name disputes. We are prepared to represent either side of these disputes in
the arbitration process at low fixed fees.
U.S. Anti-Cybersquatting Law
U.S. Law was recently adopted to provide legal avenues for business owners
whose trademarks or business names were the subject of improperly registered
or maintained domain names. We can assist clients with prosecuting or
defending against cybersquatting under this law.
U.S. Trademark Laws
In some instances, neither mandatory arbitration nor the Anti-Cybersquatting
Law will provided needed remedies. In some cases, traditional trademark
infringement or dilution law or unfair competition law may be utilized. We
are experienced in trademark law and can prepare lawsuits under trademark
infringement, dilution and unfair competition law.
Stay Informed
As the rules continue to change we will be updating this site. Check back often to get the latest information. We suggest you bookmark this site for future reference.
