\n| \n UDRP Proceeding<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n .com, .net, .org domains (via ICANN\/WIPO)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Cancellation or transfer of the domain<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n 45\u201360 days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| \n Civil Suit \u2014 Trademark Infringement<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Registered trademark holders<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Injunction, damages, account of profits<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Months to years<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| \n Passing Off Action<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Unregistered marks with established goodwill<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Injunction to stop use; damages<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Months to years<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/span>How to Leverage the INDPR Complaint?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\nIn case someone steals your brand name in the form of a \u201c.in ” domain, then filing an INDRP complaint through NIXI in India would be the quickest way to get the matter sorted, so follow this step-by-step guide and understand the exact procedure in detail:<\/span><\/p>\nConfirm if you qualify for the procedure: The INDRP is limited to those .in and .bharat domains that are under the management of NIXI. Those with the .com or .org domains would have to resort to the UDRP policy.<\/span><\/p>\nAscertain that you have sufficient evidence: Assemble your trademark proof (either a registration certificate or proof of prior use), download the infringing domain’s images, and any correspondence that would indicate that the registrant acted in bad faith.<\/span><\/p>\nCreate the complaint: Your INDRP complaint has to address these points<\/span><\/p>\n\n- The domain is exactly or so similar to your trademark that it can be confused with it.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The domain belongs to the registrant who has no legitimate interest in it, and<\/span><\/li>\n
- The domain was either registered or is being utilized by the registrant in bad faith.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Then, submit to NIXI: Lodge your complaint with the .in registry, going through the specified dispute resolution service provider, and make the corresponding filing fee payment.<\/span><\/p>\nAfter that, the respondent will be given a time period of 15 days to: The registrant shall be given 15 days to submit their reply. If they fail to submit, the panel will continue with the legal proceedings.<\/span><\/p>\nPanel verdict:<\/b> Typically, a single arbitrator (or a three-member panel for very complex cases) will be appointed to evaluate all materials submitted to them and make their decision, usually within 60 days from when the complaint was lodged.<\/span><\/p>\nExecution: Once the panel has decided in your favor, NIXI will either transfer the domain to you or cancel it. Basic domain recovery does not necessitate court involvement.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Relax! LegalRaasta Can Safeguard Your Brand Online<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\nThere are multiple steps involved when dealing with a trademark vs domain name dispute in India, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- checking if the trademark is free for use,<\/span><\/li>\n
- collecting proofs,<\/span><\/li>\n
- lodging the correct complaint with the right authority, and<\/span><\/li>\n
- following up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As a founder, risking a poorly submitted complaint that may damage your case is not a wise option at all.<\/span><\/p>\nStill, it\u2019s good to know that LegalRaasta’s trademark specialists can help you with this. We take care of everything – from your Trade Marks Act application filing to INDRP or UDRP complaint filing.<\/span><\/p>\nIn case you find a person who is illegally using your brand name online, we will conduct a thorough inquiry, get your registration, and take the necessary steps.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Practical Steps to Prevent a Trademark vs Domain Name Dispute in India<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n | | |
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