Virtual Worlds, Video Games and the Law

Meeting description: No, don't cringe. The law around video games and virtual worlds is actually fascinating and vitally important to game developers of all genres. Did you know that enabling gamers to talk via voice while in a virtual world may subject you to FCC regulations? Or that the Child Online Privacy Protection Act under the FTC must be followed for game sites that knowingly include children under the age of 13? Whether you are a developer of console, PC or online games and worlds, there are legal issues which you need to keep in mind. Many of them are surprising, so join us to hear James Dunstan, partner at Garvey Schubert and Barer, an expert in video game and telecommunications law, discuss the ins and outs of interesting legal issues, what you as a game developer need to keep in mind, and steps to take as you develop your next game. We look forward to seeing you in November! And more event detail at http://gamedev.meetup.com/175.