Crafting an Effective Letter of Protest
A Letter of Protest is a formal document submitted to the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to challenge a trademark application that is a
What does a Game Publisher Do? Legal Guide for Game Developers
If you’re a game developer wondering “what does a video game publisher do?”, you’re asking one of the most important questions in the industry. Typically,
WIPO Madrid Protocol Fee Calculator [Ultimate Guide]
If you’re developing video games or board games and want to protect your trademark internationally, you may have heard about the Madrid Protocol. It’s a
Understanding Trademark Expungement: A Practical Guide for Businesses
Trademark cancellation proceedings allow businesses to challenge existing trademark registrations that may infringe on their rights. This can be a fairly involved and adversarial process
Understanding the Notice of Opposition in Trademark Law [Guide for Filers]
Trademark opposition is a legal proceeding that allows third parties to challenge a trademark registration. This crucial step in the trademark registration process ensures that
Likelihood of Confusion Factors – Every Trademark Holder Should Know
When it comes to trademarks, the “likelihood of confusion” factors determine whether consumers might mistakenly believe that goods or services from different sources are connected.
Navigating the SAG-AFTRA Interactive Media Agreement
If you’re developing a video game and want to hire professional voice actors or performance capture artists, you need to understand SAG-AFTRA’s Interactive Media Agreement
Video Game Publishing Agreements: What Developers Need to Know in 2025
In the ever-evolving landscape of video game development, understanding publishing agreements has never been more crucial. While a decade ago these agreements might have followed
Understanding Board Game Licensing: A Comprehensive Guide
The board game industry operates heavily through a certain type of legal arrangement called “licensing.” You may have heard the word before, but aren’t 100%
AI Copyright for Game Developers – New 2025 US Copyright Office Guidance
The legal landscape for AI-generated materials in games has been pretty uncertain for the last few years (and remains so, as many cases slowly make
