ANWB: domain names dispute

ANWB: domain names dispute

Within three months, 34 domain names containing the ANWB brand were registered. In case of domain name infringement, there are two options to put a stop to this. Bringing a case to court or starting a simple administrative procedure at WIPO.

 

The problem at hand is the multitude of different owners. Can you now claim all the domain names in one procedure? The answer is yes, if you can if you can prove that only one party is behind it. ANWB proves this without any issues.

All domain names in question consist of the ANWB trade mark combined with a generic word, such as: administration, reminder, invoice. The domain names were applied for within three months with the same registrar and use the same privacy service (to disguise the identity of the real holder). The domain names refer to misleading websites or websites removed due to phishing or malware. The same postal code is used everywhere, while the addresses are different and some registrants’ names do not seem to exist. In addition, the domain name holder has not filed an appeal. The complaint also meets the other conditions, so all domain names will be transferred to ANWB in accordance.

About Abcor

Abcor specializes in applying for trademark and design rights. We do this worldwide for both SMEs and international companies, but often everything starts with an initial Benelux application. Our aim is to relieve the client of all the worries, which is why we take care of all the steps, from initial advice on what to apply for and how, right through to registration.

In addition to applying for trademarks, we also manage portfolios for our clients. We ensure that trademarks are renewed on time, that the right organizations are paid (given the many fraudulent companies), and we support our clients on issues.

In addition, we are sparring partners for our customers on new products and how to shape and claim new ideas.

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