Is MichaelJacksonHoaxDeath Illegal?

Auntie Amy may have been quick out of the gate in setting up MJHD; but was she too quick?

Back in the latter part of September this year, Michael's estate started proceedings, which were eventually filed September 29, 2009, in a Los Angeles court.

The basis of the filing, is that "Allegedly using Michael Jackson's name and likeness without permission, as well as cybersquatting and trademark infringement."

Also, the suit states, "It pertains to the foundation allegedly using Jackson's name. Apparently, they've been doing it to get fans' donations for what appears to be a Jackson-related cause."

The question, therefore, is this: Is MichaelJacksonHoaxDeath.com illegally taking donations because of the words Michael Jackson in the web address?

Surprisingly enough most Intellectual Property lawyers seem to think that all the websites which sprung up after the 'reported death' are illegal; whether they accept donations or not.

The drama, and in-house arguing, over at MJHD could soon be the least of their worries as the Michael Jackson Estate has reportedly said they are looking into this and more lawsuits will be filed so that unscrupulous people cannot defame, or misuse, Michael's name.

Peace.