Does having a tv program or shows name in domain violate trademark law?

lucius

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hey guys

I was just wondering if having a domain like one that has goodmorningamerica or any tv show or movie's name for that matter, in it could possibly violate trademark laws? Any insight would be appreciated.. thanks ahead.

 

TermsB

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• Dec 10, 2009

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If you were trying to use that name to your advantage or to be deceptive than yes.

 

lucius

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Also, what about having a popular person's name within a domain? does that violate trademark, too?

 

lucius

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anyone?

 

showbizvet

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here's a google search that may shed some light.. but I'd be careful. I only got burned once by AARP for using their name in a URL. But I caved immediately, took the site down and transferred it to them. No real problems, unless you count the time and trouble of putting the site up to begin with..

Code:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&rlz=1B3GGGL_enUS311US311&q=using+a+person+name+in+a+url+without+permission&aq=f&oq=&aqi=

 

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bradsteves

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• Dec 12, 2009

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The quick answer is yes, all of those things could run afoul of trademark law, depending on how you use them.

If you are making money off the site (the purpose right?), then pretty much any lawyer would win a UDRP or ACPA against you.