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/Non-awful legal books plus some generally kick-ass reads for small business owners in the creative community.
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Non-awful legal books plus some generally kick-ass reads for small business owners in the creative community.
Read MorePicture it:
In the middle of a wedding, a sexy, dark and handsome man slides up to you. "Hey, are you Polly the Wedding Planner?" he says, staring straight into your eyes.
"Yes," you stammer, your knees weak.
He leans in close…
Read MoreHey wedding pros and creative entrepreneurs! You know that trademarking your business name can be important— but did you know that there are some things that you aren’t allowed to trademark at all? Check this list to make sure your business name is in the clear!
Read MoreNeed to know the BIG 10 for starting your event buiness— and FAST? Check out these “top 10 I Dos” for wedding pros to keep you in line, whether you are just starting your business or are a seasoned pro…
Read MoreWhen small business owners come to me asking about trademarks, they often open with, "I want to reserve my name so no one else can use it." And I totally get that. You're building your brand, which takes a lot of time, energy, and money. You want to protect that!
But what a lot of business owners don't understand is that trademarks really aren't about you. I repeat: it's not about a business owner getting rights.
Say WHAAAT?
Read MoreYou're a creative business owner. Stop for a second and realize how AWESOME that is. You're DOING IT!
Now take a second to realize that your business, while amazing and special and unique, has to play by certain rules. And that you must ensure your business-- and all the hard work that goes along with it-- is protected. The best way to do this? Through tight, niche-focused contracts. These contracts, drafted by lawyers who know the ins- and outs- of the industry, will do three very important things….
A non-compete, also called a "covenant not to compete," is a clause in a contract -- or a separate contract-- that promises an employee will not take another job that is competitive to the employees current employer. For example….
Read MoreHappy September! We're excited because we can SPILL THE BEANS! The Bullish Society and Get Bullish.com has allowed me the privilege of being the Expert-in-Residence this month in their group of AMAZING boss ladies. PLUS they are offering a FREE 14-day trial for new members! From their blog…
Read MoreCheck out Caroline’s feature in Wedding Business Magazine, where we talk….
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that Caroline will be facilitating a workshop Catalyst Wedding Co.'s {un}convention at the gorgeous Quirk Hotel in Richmond, Virginia this November 5th! She'll be hitting on getting your(legal)self in order, filing paperwork, working with and enforcing contracts, and handling disputes.
PLUS, Caroline loves working with LGBTQ+ couples to handle legal name changes and legal gender changes. As an advocate for…
Read MoreEvery few weeks, we'll be posting 5 legal words you're too scared to ask someone to define. We'll take the legalease and make it legal-easy! Ok, sorry, that was a bad pun. You'll be able to know what these terms mean for your business AND personal life …
Read MoreNow that you know all about non-competes, let's talk about it's "sister"-- a Non-Solicitation clause. A non-solicitation clause restricts individuals from…
Read MoreFor hundreds of brides and bridesmaids across the U.S., the now-bankrupt Alfred Angelo has clients’ money and their dress. And they won't be seeing either anytime soon. According to an email between one one bride and and the company’s attorney…
Read MoreGuys. If you've spoken with me lately, you probably know that I am WAY excited about automation. I am sure that you all are already using it, but remember that attorneys are about 5 years behind in the tech world.
So: What if I told you there's a simple FREE way to help your clients automate planning their wedding... making you look AMAZING and putting less work on you? Say WHAT?!….
Read MoreJust hours ago, Alfred Angelo, one of the largest bridal outfitters in the United States, unexpectedly announced that it was closing its doors. All stores will close by 8pm July 13, 2017, according to company emails. The company's bankruptcy attorneys have issued a statement saying that the company will "encourage the Chapter 7 Trustee to finish and….
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