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Questions regarding trademarking

I have owned a group of domains since 2005 and in the last 6 months someone has trademarked that name and is threatening to sue me over the domains. They demand I release them for free to them and I am infringing upon their trademark. I am not doing any type of commerce with the domains and again I've owned them since 2005. Any advice or suggestions regarding this?

* I am in Florida and they are in California


Asked on 2/03/09, 11:10 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Questions regarding trademarking

I've dealt with this issue a lot because I used to be general counsel for a top ten domain registrar. In about 30 minutes I can make this all clear to you. Don't give up your domains.

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Answered on 2/04/09, 11:03 am
Hunter Chamberlin Chamberlin Butler & Crowe, P.A.

Re: Questions regarding trademarking

Internet domain law is a relatively young, and therefore also complicated area of the law. Whether you are correct, and have rights which need to be enforced or wrong, and subject to liability depends on many facts specific to your situation.

The lawyers in our firm has experience in such matters, and we would like to discuss the situation with you further. Please contact us at your convenience.

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Answered on 2/03/09, 1:26 pm


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