Re: [ICANN-EU] The real challenge for all of us as candidates

["Andreas Fügner" <Andreas.Fuegner@lizenz.com>]

Dear Christoph:

>Why, then, have there been decisions by default (i.e. the opponent 
>not showing up) ?


Because not showing up, or not responding does not mean 
that you are unwilling to participate.

>If you appeal my domain (I don't have one, FWIW) at WIPO, can
>I say 'I refuse taking part in that process' and be done with 
>it ? Or will WIPO decide against me anyway ?


According to my opinion and the definition of mediation/arbitration 
you can drop out of it. Which includes that you have to say so.

As Marc and I debating this for a while, I yesterday inquired at WIPO
about their understanding and procedure.


>> And even if you do, there is appeal.
>
>Which ?


You can go to court. Sometimes arbitration is binding.
But only, if both parties specifically waive their rights to appeal!
If a UDRP process decides against you, you can file a law suit.

Andreas Fuegner