bluesticker said:
I'm not hiding.
If they check my whois they can phone me.
my question was...would they phone me?
or is my first contact with them a letter from WIPO
has anyone here ever been contacted?
Hi
if you're worried about what will happen, then you shouldn't be taking the risk.
but here's my experiences....
some will call
this serves two purposes
1. establish legitimate phone info
2. speak directly to owner or administrator listed
if you get the call, be prepared.
always ask...."who's calling"
then ask.."what is this call in reference to"
they will try to ascertain if you are the owner.
if they do not say why they are calling, do not give any info.
when they identity who they are, and the purpose of the call...
ask them "can you hold a minute, while I check that account"
from there you can gather yourself.
a typical reply to them would be....
can we verify your creditials as well as investigate your claims to this issue?
their answer should be yes.
ask..."will you allow us 48 hrs" to contact you, after verification.
then state...should we find that there was "unintentional infringement" on our part, would you be willing to 'reimburse or compensate' us for our expenses and maintenance costs?
these are real people, on the other end of the phone, and sometimes you can catch them in a good mood!
i've spoken with wm's lawyers, and i mean more than one!
some are determined and some are flexible.
it depends on what THEY have achieved already or what they are trying to acheive now in their own lives.
as is, we, me, and any other person who takes these risks are keeping them employed. without us, they could lose their jobs!
most will call, then send email to confirm the phone conversation.
some will send email and certified mail, these typically are not looking to conversate. if you don't respond, they will proceed to the next step.
however, you still can reply, using the same method mentioned above.
do not try to sell this domain, if you receive call or email.
in the end, just give up the domain, when you know you have no claim!