RDNH Case D2019-1797

The case WIPO Case D2019-1797 involved a dispute between the Seminole Tribe of Florida and propertyusa, ltd over the domain names , , and . The Seminole Tribe claimed rights in the term “Seminole Casino” due to their longstanding use in commerce related to casinos and association with Hard Rock International, Inc. However, the Panel determined that this case was a refiling, as the domains had been under control of the same individual or entities owned by him since their original registration dates in 1997 and 1998. Consequently, the complaint was denied, but the Panel did not find the conduct of the Complainant sufficient to warrant a finding of Reverse Domain Name Hijacking.

For more detailed information, you can read the full decision here: WIPO Domain Name Decision: D2019-1797.

The case WIPO Case D2019-1797 involved a dispute between the Seminole Tribe of Florida and propertyusa, ltd over the domain names , , and . The Seminole Tribe claimed rights in the term “Seminole Casino” due to their longstanding use in commerce related to casinos and association with Hard Rock International, Inc. However, the Panel…