One of our clients, an internet service provider, found out that an unknown entity had registered a domain name that was identical to client’s trade name and trademark. They contacted the domain administrator, demanding that the infringement of the client’s rights. However, the administrator responded with an offer to purchase the domain for a significant amount. It soon became apparent that we were dealing with cybersquatting, as the administrator, who had registered the name with the sole intention of selling it for profit.
The domain administrator is an offshore company based in Belize, adding an additional layer of complexity to any potential legal action against them.
To protect our client’s rights, we have filed a lawsuit (case No. A40-37602/2025), seeking a ruling that the current administrator’s administration of the domain name constitutes a violation. The court has fully granted our claims. In addition to ceasing the infringement this ruling granted the client preferential rights to register as the domain name administrator. The defendant has not challenged the decision, and the ruling has since entered into legal force.
