 The ACLU also provided an amicus brief, arguing that the domain name in question was protected by the First Amendment.Falwell filed a counterclaim, alleging trademark infringement under (2000), false designation origin under , unfair competition under and the common law of the state of Virginia, and cybersquatting under .The District Court granted summary judgment for Falwell, blocking Lamparello from using the domain name and ordered the transfer of the website to Falwell.