Domain copyright infringements

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by bodmov, Feb 5, 2010.

  1. #1
    Hi, recently I've bought a domain that contained egold.When I registered I didn't know that I infringe their copyrights.After several days, I received message that tells me to stop using that domain.

    I had a redirect to that domain, but I've removed it, and I don't plan to use it anymore.

    I haven't use that domain for egold related sites, the domain was redirected to a site that sells gold, but it has nothing with egold.

    They want me to reply to that email.

    Now please help me. What to do next.Should I reply to them, or no.

    Is it possible cancel my domain registration, or to transfer that domain to them.

    Thank you in advance.
     
    bodmov, Feb 5, 2010 IP
  2. kunnusingh

    kunnusingh Well-Known Member

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    #2
    Why you scared on copyright??

    Use this title name
    eGold = Entertainment Gold

    Eat Gold, or any other title

    they can't do anything, but please do not place his name or any banner on your site.

    Search in Google for fight against Copyright abuse.
     
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  3. bodmov

    bodmov Peon

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    #3
    actually this domain is not important for me and i don't need it ... I don't plan to use it, in case I infringe their copyrights.
     
    bodmov, Feb 5, 2010 IP
  4. bodmov

    bodmov Peon

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    Anybody with such a problem, help please ...
     
    bodmov, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  5. fathom

    fathom Well-Known Member

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    #5
    http://www.adrforum.com/domains/decisions/109054.htm

    Decision:
    These were common typos... you have no "LIKELY" chance of keeping the domain even if you have the stones to fight for it.
     
    fathom, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  6. DubDubDubDot

    DubDubDubDot Peon

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    The stated use of their TM is "administration of an electronic medium of monetary exchange, backed by precious metal in the physical custody of the applicant."

    I'm on the fence as to whether or not your use of it to sell gold infringes on this. It's not worth the hassle to talk to an attorney to find out though if this is just a new site.

    The best way to rinse your hands of a TM'd domain is to just tell your registrar to cancel it. At least some allow you to do this in the control pannel. You could also offer to transfer it and it is fairly common that the TM holder pays the domain owner's reasonable out of pocket expense. In this case probably only about eight bucks though.
     
    DubDubDubDot, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  7. stephenc

    stephenc Peon

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    That's rich!

    I would first of all never have a domain having egold, as their
    reputation is lousy.

    Second, getting a letter that may be from egold is quite funny.

    This company for years has had to fight scam issues in and out
    of court.

    Worry about egold owners? I'd say they have much more to worry
    about than people's domains. I doubt very seriously if they ever
    did anything other than send you letters.

    I'd reply with: "I am doing a site so people can find out about your
    scamming past."

    As little as 3 months ago, the gov't was still blocking their ops.

    So, to threaten you, that's rich, baby, rich!

    Stephen C
     
    stephenc, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  8. DubDubDubDot

    DubDubDubDot Peon

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    Try reading the thread. They have a history of doing more than sending letters.
     
    DubDubDubDot, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  9. stephenc

    stephenc Peon

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    yeah. And the feds have a history of doing more than just letters as well.
    Again, I'd like to see egold show their sorry selves in court again.
    Fat chance on that one. Unless the feds decide to crack down once
    and for all, that is. There are so many domains with egold, I guess
    they try and try, but people just don't go for their scare tactics.

    I for one would never be afraid of e-gold.

    Stephen C
     
    stephenc, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  10. Dave Zan

    Dave Zan Well-Known Member

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    #10
    If that's what the OP intended to do in the first place, anyway. If s/he wants
    to make money off it somehow, then s/he has little to no chance of resisting
    them.

    Whatever one feels about them, what's more important is how to deal with it
    with little to no cost. Of course, that depends on what one feels is important
    to begin with.
     
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  11. Business Attorney

    Business Attorney Active Member

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    If you just let the domain sit until it expires, merely having a domain registered in your name should not create any liability.

    As another post suggested, you may also cancel the domain name. That shouldn't be necessary, but canceling may be the path of least resistance. If the trademark owner continues to badger you about the domain, corresponding with the trademark owner may eat up more of your time than contacting your registrar to cancel the domain name.
     
    Business Attorney, Feb 8, 2010 IP
  12. bodmov

    bodmov Peon

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    Thanks guys for your help.

    Actually I've contacted with my hosting company and they told me that I can cancel that domain.And I think that will be the best option for me.

    But I can't understand can I have any problems after that?
    Business Attorney can you please explain me what do you mean by that?


    Actually what is the best way for me to get rid of that domain and of course to get rid of any further problems with egold?

    I also have option to contact them and to offer them to transfer it.

    (This domain hasn't been used at all)


    Thank for your help.
     
    bodmov, Feb 9, 2010 IP
  13. Dave Zan

    Dave Zan Well-Known Member

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    Highly unlikely, especially if your hosting provider indeed cancelled the domain
    name itself.
     
    Dave Zan, Feb 9, 2010 IP