Chance to get some severely TM'd but valuable domains.

[christopher_c]

I have the chance to aquire a few very heavily trademarked domains at a very good cost. I say heavily trademarked because they are clearly and obviously cases of cybersquatting. There's no way that I could use these domains in good faith.

Any suggestions?

Can I use the domains and then just give them back if ever approached by the trademark owner or should I just avoid them? i.e. I've read on a few TM violation sites a quick message to the effect of

"We are not intentionally violating any trademarks and this domain was aquired via automated software. If you feel this is a violation of your trademark please contact us and if appropriate transfer the domain to you without charge".

Chris

[DaddyHalbucks]

Stay away! You can lose your house and your business and everything you own. They can also sue you to disgorge ill-gotten gains. Cybersquatting doesn't pay.

[draqon]

i agree that you should stay away from heavily TMed names, its just not worth the risk.

on an unrelated note, i will say that i think its a poor idea to have a disclaimer promising the domain to the TM holders, cuz then you will be harassed by all sorts of people with false claims on domains.

[Steen]

If they are cheap and you are tempted, careful of the owner(s).

[Dave Zan]

You love taking risks, don't you, Chris. :-D

[Acro]

As long as you don't live in the US you should be ok.

[christopher_c]

Indeed it is temping and to some extent I do like risks

*more of a reply in the Exclusives forum*