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Discussion in 'Appraisals' started by Kaabi, Oct 21, 2007.

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  1. GoodPoints

    GoodPoints Peon

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    #21
    It's a sure TM issue especially if the domain/site becomes bigger.
     
    GoodPoints, Nov 15, 2007 IP
  2. ryukenden

    ryukenden Well-Known Member

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    #22
    I will not take any risks.
     
    ryukenden, Nov 15, 2007 IP
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    scoopy82 Active Member

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    #23
    You might be able to make use of it as a "google sux" type of site. TheGoogle slapped me... TheGoogle smart-priced me sort of thing. These fall under first amendment rights and do not infringe on trademark or copyright laws.

    But then... Google can still sue you and unless you have the money to put up any fight... they will win.
     
    scoopy82, Nov 15, 2007 IP
  4. suzybakeoven

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    #24
    "In theory, its a good name, and could be built off the popularity of Google. I dont think owning the name is an issue, its what you do with it. Try contacting Google, and see if you can work something out"

    I think that's bad advice in this case. it would be like screaming "hey guy, I'm bumping on your trademark. I should know: I have www.googleadssuck.com, and it get decent traffic. . .i'm thinking about creating a forum there. Don't know!
     
    suzybakeoven, Nov 15, 2007 IP
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    randomIntellections Well-Known Member

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    #25
    TM issue .. IMHO, worth nothing
     
    randomIntellections, Nov 15, 2007 IP
  6. htmlindex

    htmlindex Prominent Member

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    #26
    TM issues, $0

    Just checked how many extentions are taken, lots of people have registered it! Not a smart move IMO

    Great advice :rolleyes:

    And he'll get a C&D letter from Google
     
    htmlindex, Nov 16, 2007 IP
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    #27
    What did you end up doing?
     
    geckojohn, Nov 3, 2009 IP
  8. Kaabi

    Kaabi Well-Known Member

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    #28
    Ha ha, thanks for maintaining interest for over two years. I never bought it, because of all the talk of trademarking and such.
     
    Kaabi, Nov 4, 2009 IP
  9. globegenius

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    #29
    googlehosting (dot) org has been up and running since 07. I did the same brain dead move when I started and still own googlevault (dot) com. The site is still there although I have not been promoting it. Made sure I put a disclaimer on it though. Been waiting for google to come knocking on my door ever since.
     
    globegenius, Nov 4, 2009 IP
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    chandan123 Prominent Member

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    that wont help when they ask you to give the domain :rolleyes:
     
    chandan123, Nov 4, 2009 IP
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