What are the pros and cons of using the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy?
The UDRP is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It involves having impartial arbitrators review your complaint, any attached evidence, and the domain name registrant’s response and any attached evidence. Unlike a civil lawsuit, there are no discovery procedures, no depositions, no hearings, no trials and no juries. Each side gets to file one statement with the arbitration panel. There is no right to a series of replies or responses unless the information is specifically requested by the arbitration panel. Virtually all domain name registries in the United States and many from other countries participate in the policy. The UDRP is a more simplified process which is typically cheaper than filing a lawsuit and in many cases provides quicker results. However, the tradeoff is that the domain name registrant can continue to use the domain name during the pendency of the UDRP proceeding. That means if there is substantial damage to your business going on through the infringing website,
