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.
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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 […]
Do I need a business bank account for my LLC?
Does your LLC need a “real” business bank account? Or can you just get away with a personal bank account where you only keep the LLC’s money? Watch this video to learn!
When is it a good (or bad) idea to have multiple businesses under one LLC?
When is it a good (or bad) idea to have multiple projects, brands, or businesses in the same LLC? The short version is is it’s okay when you are fine with them impacting each other. Watch the video to learn more.
Essential Legal Documents for Creative Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide
In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn what legal documents you should have for your creative business and how to easily organize them.
What you need to know before signing an art licensing agreement
Art licensing can be a profitable revenue stream. But before you sign, read this to understand what your art licensing agreement contains.
