YahooSource.com --- -Is this illegal?

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by newsoft, Oct 9, 2007.

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    Hi everybody,

    If I register a site that has Yahoo! in url like YahooSource.com, will this cause Trade Mark issues and lead to troubles :)?
     
    newsoft, Oct 9, 2007 IP
  2. Brandon Sheley

    Brandon Sheley Illustrious Member

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    When yahoo see's it, they'll send a C&D if it's getting traffic.
     
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  3. Pixelrage

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    yes, it's a dropper.
     
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  4. newsoft

    newsoft Well-Known Member

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    What is C&D?
     
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  5. Pixelrage

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    cease and desist letter, it's what you send to someone if they are unlawfully using your trademark, before you take them to court.
     
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    yahoo is a dictionary word ( many ppl don't know that ) so , why it's a trade mark ?
     
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    Pixelrage, Oct 9, 2007 IP