TTAB rules changes still on the horizon

Those seeking to enforce rights in trademarks andservice marks in the United States often choose theTrademark Trial and Appeal Board. It is a forum withfewer procedural requirements and less rigorous rulesthan federal courts, which means that, at least initially,costs are nowhere near as high as those incurredduring federal litigation. However, some changes tothe Rules of Practice proposed by the board maychange the dynamics of such proceedings