The good old generic - issue

[elbst23]

Hello,

I am writing about a generic two word domain with a dash in it.

For example purposes only, say I was going to launch a site on

dvd-player.com

Putting up pay per click links for dvd players

Now say there was a site at

dvdplayer.com that sold DVD players.

While this is a generic term, is there any trouble with me using a generic domain with a dash in it, if the term without a dash is a live site?

Again, I would use the - domain for its generic meaning, and the live site without the dash also uses it for its generic meaning.

Thanks,
Evan

 

[Leading Names]

I don't think you would have any legal issues if it's a generic term per your example. Just make sure your site isn't confusingly similar with the none-hyphened version (similar graphics, wording, design etc).

- Rob

 

[petertdavis]

And remember, no matter how much in the right you are, your legal case is only as strong as your willingness and financial ability to defend it.

 

[jberryhill]

Both comments above are good ones.