Domain Name Disputes And Internet Law
A domain name sometimes known as a URL is a unique name that is used to identify your website.
For example Selachii LLP Solicitors domain name is selachii.co.uk.
There are literally millions of domains on the web and it will come as no surprise that the number of disputes surrounding domain names and other areas of internet law have increased at a rapid rate.
The value of a memorable domain name such as DIY.com (B&Q) has been known by entrepreneurs and progressive businesses for many years and seen the domain name marketplace become high value industry.
Unfortunately as the sector has flourished the chances of dispute have multiplied and it is commonplace that there has been a proliferation of legal challenges.
- Trademark Infringements
- Cyber Squatting
- Gripe Sites
- Copyright Law
You may visit a third party website and see text and or images of which you own copyright, there could be defamatory comments about you or your business on a website, social media sites or forums.
What can I do about my Internet problem?
If you have an issue with a domain name, copyright or defamatory comments then you could approach the site to resolve the issue, often though it is not as simple as that as it may be difficult to contact the site owner.
That is where we come in, Selachii have a wealth of internet law experience and you can draw on our knowledge to get your problem resolved.
There are a number of options available to resolve your internet law claim ranging from a simple take down order, working with ISP and Domain Registrars through to full litigation.
If you or your business has suffered as a result of defamatory comments, domain name dispute, trademark and or copyright infringement it may be possible not just to resolve the problem but bring a compensation claim for damage caused.
Speak to the internet law team to find out how we can make a positive result for you, although based in London the solicitors can act for clients throughout the UK.