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Copyright vs. Trademark: What Every Creative Should Know About Logo Protection
Confused about copyright and trademark for your creative business’ logo? Learn how to protect your brand’s most valuable asset.
How do I know if this licensing agreement is fair?
How do I know if this particular licensing agreement is fair? How do I know if signing it is a good long-term move for my business? It’s a question I hear a lot. And the truth is, if you’ve never signed a licensing agreement before, there are a ton of nuances and the whole process […]
Why watermarks don’t work: A better way to protect your content online
Nervous and scared to post your work online because you are afraid it will get copied? The short answer is the only way to protect your online content, is by not posting it. But this is unrealistic. Learn the 5 ways to protect it in this video.
What’s legally required to launch an online store? A guide to leaving Etsy
Since 2005, Etsy has given handmade business owners a platform to increase their reach. But over the last (almost) twenty years, both Etsy and the handmade business community have changed. For the most part, this has been a symbolic relationship. Yes, Etsy always has had to answer to its investors. However, Etsy’s goals were mostly […]
Sign up for our summer workshop series to quickly squash your legal confusion!
Join me this summer to squash a little of your legal confusion in this six-part workshop series.
What is a legit giveaway? (And why hosting one helps you reach your business goals)
I’d say that 90% of the giveaways I see on Instagram aren’t legal. In fact, when I see one that is legal it stands out. So how do you make your giveaway legal? Watch this video to learn the five required steps!
What is contract boilerplate? (And what does it mean?)
Have you heard of the term contract boilerplate? Even if you haven’t, it’s included in almost every contract. So you are familiar with it, even if you don’t know exactly what it is. When I first started practicing law, I read The Sense of Style by Stephen Pinker*, which is part style guide, part how […]
Why I don’t offer a legal to-do list and what you should do instead
Discover why I don’t offer a legal to-do list and what you should do instead. Prioritize your legal projects based on your business goals.
What a contract is and why it’s important to ask friends for one
It can be stressful to think about having a contract with a friend. Here’s an email you can use to start the conversation.
Beneficial Ownership Information Update: 4 Actions To Take Today
You know my goal around here is to help you add ease to the legalese. (I can’t believe I’ve been doing it for more than a decade now!) And for that entire time, my advice about how to keep your LLC legit hasn’t changed–until this year. When on January 1, 2024, a new law went […]
Everything You Wanted to Know About the Public Domain But Were Afraid to Ask
Unlock the mysteries of the public domain without legal jargon. In this guide for creatives, discover how to use, adapt, and create freely.
