WARHAMMER EXPERT WITNESS TESTIMONY, CONSULTING AND TESTIFYING ADVISORS

A Warhammer expert witness testimony authority and law firm testifying consultant covers the franchise in the tabletop gaming industry, which spans a wide array of miniatures, video games, and intellectual properties. With its expansive universe and a strong fan base, Games Workshop, the creator of the series, faces a variety of legal, technical, and business challenges where Warhammer expert witness advisors step in to provide insights on cases related to intellectual property, game mechanics, competitive play, and marketing strategies.

1. Intellectual Property (IP) Disputes

As a beloved intellectual property, the franchise faces legal disputes related to copyright and trademark issues, both for its miniatures and games. Warhammer expert witnesses help to resolve cases involving infringement, such as unauthorized use of  characters, branding, or game mechanics.

Relevant Products:

• Warhammer 40,000 Miniatures

• Warhammer Age of Sigmar Miniatures

• Citadel Paints

• Citadel Tools

• Warhammer Digital Games

2. Licensing and Distribution Agreements

With the brand expanding into digital media, video games, and even movies, Warhammer expert witness leaders wade into cases involving licensing and distribution agreements. The cases tend to address issues surrounding royalties, contract terms, and the rights to adapt Warhammer properties into new formats.
Relevant Products:

• Warhammer: Vermintide 2 (Video Game)

• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine (Video Game)

• Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Series

• Warhammer: Battle Sister (VR Game)

• Warhammer TV Subscription

3. Product Safety and Manufacturing Issues

Given that products generally involve intricate miniature models and paints, safety concerns may arise around the materials used in production. And so Warhammer expert witnesses might be involved in cases addressing the safety of these products, particularly with regard to chemicals in paints and glues.
Relevant Products:

• Citadel Paints

• Citadel Tools

• Citadel Texture Paint

• Warhammer Scenery Kits

• Warhammer Miniature Bases

4. Competition and Esports Cases

Competitive play in tournaments is growing rapidly, leading to cases that revolve around rules interpretation, cheating, and fairness in competitive events. You’d see a leading Warhammer expert witness provide insights into the legality of certain tournament practices or gaming mechanics.
Relevant Products:

• Warhammer 40,000 Tournaments

• Warhammer Age of Sigmar Tournaments

• Warhammer Underworlds (Competitive Play)

• Warhammer Kill Team

• Warhammer Painting Competitions

5. Consumer Protection and Marketing Disputes

As the brand has expanded its reach globally, consumer protection cases may arise involving product marketing, misrepresentation, or faulty products. And so a Warhammer expert witness helps clarify issues surrounding false advertising, product quality claims, or misleading promotional practices.
Relevant Products:

• Warhammer 40,000 Collectible Miniatures

• Warhammer Age of Sigmar Starter Sets

• Warhammer 40,000: Apocalypse

• Warhammer Conquest Magazine

• Warhammer 40,000 Box Sets

25 Products a Warhammer Expert Witness Covers:

1. Warhammer 40,000 Miniatures

2. Warhammer Age of Sigmar Miniatures

3. Citadel Paints

4. Citadel Tools

5. Warhammer Digital Games

6. Warhammer: Vermintide 2

7. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine

8. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Series

9. Warhammer: Battle Sister (VR Game)

10. Warhammer TV Subscription

11. Citadel Texture Paint

12. Warhammer Scenery Kits

13. Warhammer Miniature Bases

14. Warhammer 40,000 Tournaments

15. Warhammer Age of Sigmar Tournaments

16. Warhammer Underworlds

17. Warhammer Kill Team

18. Warhammer Painting Competitions

19. Warhammer 40,000 Collectible Miniatures

20. Warhammer Age of Sigmar Starter Sets

21. Warhammer 40,000: Apocalypse

22. Warhammer Conquest Magazine

23. Warhammer 40,000 Box Sets

24. Warhammer: The Old World

25. Warhammer Warcry