Domain Names as Real Property or Intellectual Property?

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by Bohol, Jan 25, 2008.

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    What are your thoughts about this topic?
     
    Bohol, Jan 25, 2008 IP
  2. Colbyt

    Colbyt Notable Member

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    Intangible personal property. Personal property for sure. Intellectual property would also be personal property.

    Only real estate and the structures built upon it is defined as real property.
     
    Colbyt, Jan 25, 2008 IP
  3. Dave Zan

    Dave Zan Well-Known Member

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    accentnepal Peon

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    A valuable discussion, Dave, thanks.

    I did not know: That domains do not necessiarly pass to heirs at death and that domains are not subject to bankruptcy seizure.

    All in all, domain law is a new field and much of what a domain really "is" is yet to be decided in the courts.
     
    accentnepal, Jan 26, 2008 IP
  5. The Stealthy One

    The Stealthy One Well-Known Member Affiliate Manager

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    Real property - yes. Intellectual property - no, unless they correspond to a registered/used TM.
     
    The Stealthy One, Jan 26, 2008 IP
  6. Dave Zan

    Dave Zan Well-Known Member

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    Oh, those 2 comments from John Berryhill and Brett Lewis indicate how domain
    names have been decided on specific circumstances. But if you're referring to
    like an all-in-one capacity, I doubt that'll ever happen, given how complex all
    that is.

    You might want to read those 2 links I posted earlier if you haven't yet. They
    can save one from possibly deluding himself into thinking what isn't.
     
    Dave Zan, Jan 27, 2008 IP