Prosecuting and Defending Domain Name Disputes

This authoritative second edition sets out in detail strategies for litigating against wrongful registration of confusing domain names, cybersquatting, defending against improper complaints and defending against reverse domain name hijacking by trademark owners. The book presents an updated range of practical advice and solutions for both trademark proprietor complainants, and respondent owners of disputed domain names.Key Features:Practical guidance for case proceedingsCites hundreds of relevant World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) panel decisionsProvides detailed advice on the nature of evidence needed to support UDRP complaints and responsesIncludes appendices containing key documents for UDRP disputes such as complaint forms and WIPO supplemental rulesProsecuting and Defending Domain Name Disputes is a valuable resource for legal practitioners engaged in domain name disputes. The book’s practical approach and fresh insights make it especially beneficial for owners seeking relief for misappropriation of domain names, as well as for wrongly accused owners of disputed domain names.