closed McDonnalds.Com

[InvisibleBabe]

Hi TooBad!

It's too bad you can't spell mistake, your biggest mistake was spelling misstake. Hey...never mind we all make mistakes, so when do you think you'll be contacting the lawyers? :shy:

 

[MattyP]

Some mistakes are worse than others.

Matt

 

[InvisibleBabe]

Some mistakes are worse than others. Matt

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G'Day Matt!

You and I both know that the controversy caused by this simple domain name question has caused many new members to register, just so that they can have their say. I'm sure that you wouldn't consider the new membership registrations mistakes.

If however you do feel that people like me shouldn't be allowed to ask for domain name appraisals or advice, as a moderator you have the power to delete this whole thread causing no more mistakes to happen. Good on ya Sheila .

When do you think you'll be contacting the.....?

 

[Fearless]

I miss HippieChick.

 

[Nic]

Originally posted by InvisibleBabe
What do you say?

Thanx :shy:

www.McDonnalds.com

Hey, Invisible babe...You better hope you're invisible, cause if McD finds out, they are going to add you to their menu....

MENU ITEM No# 10 :
Invisible babe (no calories, the same great taste)

 

[InvisibleBabe]

MENU ITEM No# 10 :

Hi Nic!

Knowing the vengeance of some of the posters in this forum...seeking a reward, I'm sure there's someone right now making a phone call. Probably only a matter of days before the plane takes off...a one way ticket to the Bahamas FIRST CLASS!

:cry:

 

[MattyP]

Interesting response to a six word post.

Whether I am a moderator or not does not deny me from having an opinion.

All members are encouraged to post. The art of posting a question is not just to post the question but to have the ability to cope with civil opinions of the very people you asked even if you don't agree with them

I like many others consider it to be a mistake to register a name like McDonnalds.com re-direct it to Burger King and then post the fact in public.

But hey, it's only our opinion and it is your money.

Where you got the notion that I or anyone else would want to delete this thread is beyond me.

Who do you think I may be contacting?

Matt

 

[Who-Wiz]

Can I say? This thread is kinda silly and a little bit of an eyesore.

Let's all get off the drama train.

1. This domain has no sizeable "worth", but clearly a potential for headache.
2. McDonalds is NOT going to sue or cease-and-desist unless the owner makes the issue a distinct annoyance. They don't really care at this point. I personally believe I could register "mcdonaldz.com" today, and use it benignly. No big deal.
3. InvisibleBabe, start your own UltimateSearch, pick up McDonnald.com and bulk e-mail all known McDonnalds for free e-mail services, just don't point it at Rotten.com and you should be ok!

Best regards,
\\W|Z//

 

[InvisibleBabe]

Interesting response to a six word post.

7 words actually .

Hi Nic.

With regards to the opinions of posters I very much respect the opinions of people, even if we disagree...Freedom of Speech.

The statement made about redirection of the domain name has now become a weak debate. As stated many times in this thread the domain has never been directed to BK or any other food org before. Devils advocate 1 minute reaction spurge.

If people are going to judge the domain it should be based on the name and the name alone.

 

[hosting3.com]

sell it to them for 1k. it's still cheaper for them to buy the domain from you directly rather than suing

 

[izoot]

lol...you really think MCD's cares about filing fees?

If you contacted them with any other intent than to say heres a name for ya, i regged it "by accident", they would be all over you. I've worked with McD's in the past on their happy programs and game programs...they are VERY protective of their brand and of the programs they license from Disney etc.

Also if this name was of any real importance to McD's they would have had it already. I believe if it was just used to get whatever misdirected traffic it could supply to a nonMcd's, nonMcD's competitor, nonporn or nongambling affiliate site, no one would care.

Good luck to ya....

 

[IPatlas]

Why not sell it to the guy who is suing McDOnalds for eating too much and as a result for being overweight, sick and gross.

Tell him the slogan comes with the name:

"McDoNNalds puts the extra N in chuNNky"

 

[InvisibleBabe]

Funny!

The comments regarding use of the domain name are interesting.

It's true that MD's wouldn't care about filing fees. True that the domain name has no real value apart from a few thousand hits each month. However, if a rival offered to buy the domain name would it be ethical to sell it?

 

[Whois-Search]

No.

Email McDonalds and offer it them

ok they will say they are going to sue you

But they can only go through www.wipo.org

and it will cost them $3000

so offer it them for $1000

And the end of the day they only win the domain .

 

[izoot]

If a "rival" wantsto buy it from ya...sure tell them to place the money on the table....

Not really ethical, but at this point....I don't get the impression that it really matters to you one way or the other. So if someone wants to buy it from ya go for it.

But alas 1 tip...Make sure your "rival" isn't working for the Big M to entrap ya.... (((((paranoiaaaa)))))

 

[URLtrader]

Just point http://McDonnalds.com to http://McDonalds.com and
"forget" to renew your name when it expires. Let it Rest in Peace.
Or hire a high profile attorney, get ready to pay him big bucks and then lose this name (after losing your money to the lawyer).
Your only chance is if your surname is McDonnalds .

 

Greetings InvisibleBabe & Other DNF Contributors,

The current environment for Domain Investors remains hostile with respect to Trademark violations, real or perceived, especially where deep-pocketed corporations are concerned. Please review the following as I feel it provides an excellent BASIC overview of the procedures involved in your situation,

UDRP: Domain Name Disputes Part I
http://mishpat.net/cyberlaw/archive/cyberlaw60.shtml

UDRP: Domain Name Disputes Part II - The Procedure
http://mishpat.net/cyberlaw/archive/cyberlaw61.shtml

UDRP: Domain Name Disputes Part III - The Rights
http://mishpat.net/cyberlaw/archive/cyberlaw62.shtml

UDRP: Domain Name Disputes Part IV - Special Issues
http://mishpat.net/cyberlaw/archive/cyberlaw63.shtml

UDRP: Domain Name Disputes Part V - Conclusion
http://mishpat.net/cyberlaw/archive/cyberlaw64.shtml

Additionally, the information provided here is helpful,

Using ICANN's UDRP **Excellent Resource**
http://eon.law.harvard.edu/udrp/library.html

It is important to understand that it costs approx. $1,000.00 should anyone attempt to acquire a Domain Name via arbitration. Having said that, it is a good idea to be CAREFUL about what you say and post publicly as "anything you say/post can and will be used against you." in the event of an arbitration hearing.

Remember - there are no stupid questions except for those that are never asked. Most of the contributors here are only trying to help, however, sometimes it can be perceived as being "picked on" in spite of this fact. Hope that helps clarify some of the issues for you.

Warmest Regards and Thanks for Participating.

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[InvisibleBabe]

Hi All,

Thanks for your advice regarding the domain name McDonnalds.Com, just got back from a sunny holiday in Egypt....hence the reply. Looking great feeling great and just might have some good news. Once again thanks for the advice!

 

[GiantDomains]

You'll be paying your lawyers alright... and it won't be because McDonalds made you fat! lol

 

[InvisibleBabe]

Hi Robbery....I mean doberry,

To be honest, I don't think MD give a flying Fxxx about the name. It's not like it's any threat? And like said a hundred times in here...if they wanted it...they would have had it by now. However, I do know the McDonnalds family are very interested.