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Consult a lawyer. If you believe that keeping your existing name is worth something to your startup, put that money where your mouth is and pay a professional.
by nathanb 13y ago
Consult a lawyer.
If you believe that keeping your existing name is worth something to your startup, put that money where your mouth is and pay a professional.
- yestoapps 13y agoWhether I'm right or wrong, Matt has millions of dollars for litigation. The law isn't about who's right, it's about the resources you have to stand in the fight.
- nathanb 13y agoI didn't say "take him to court", I said "consult a lawyer". Any advice you get from HN is just as likely to get you in a heap of trouble as it is to work. If the time comes to enter a courtroom then obviously you will need representation, but the primary value of a lawyer is in the advice and experience you receive before even considering setting foot in court.
- imp 13y agoActually, the law is somewhat about who is right. If he has a trademark for name that covers your space and you use the exact same name, then (IANAL) it sounds like he's correct. But you should spend some time and money to consult a lawyer. My guess is they would tell you that you don't have a case.
- yestoapps 13y agoThanks for your input. I'll try to consult one.