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A Solo Entrepreneur’s Guide to Entity Formations

Solo entrepreneurs, this one’s for you! It takes a lot of time, passion, and money to create the business you envision, but you probably already know that. We’ll show you how to protect the efforts you invested and continue to invest by creating a business entity.

Keep reading because we’ll break down why a business entity is a necessary legal protection. We’ll also cover everything from the types of entities that exist, which one can be right for you, and how to form one. This is your quick guide to entity formations.

Three Contracts You Need For Your Online Business

Do you know the three contracts you need to start your online business? Even seasoned entrepreneurs miss these sometimes! Don’t worry, though, we’ve listed the three contracts you need below and how to ensure that they are legally binding.

Protecting Your Domain Name with Trademarks

Have you noticed domain names getting snatched up left and right?! If you have, and you’re worried about protecting your domain name, we’ll show you below how to keep your website, brand, and business legally protected.

2025 Trademark Updates for Business Owners

If you are a business owner looking to protect your trademark in 2025, then look no further. We’re covering any USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) changes and updates that have the potential to affect you and your business the most.

What’s the Difference Between the ® and “TM” Symbols?

Pretty astute of you to notice those tiny letters! Let’s discuss the differences between the ® symbol, “TM” symbol , and the less common “SM” symbol, and which you can potentially use for your business.

Protecting Influencer Intellectual Property: Gifford v. Sheil

We all know it–influencers play a vital role in modern social media. Through large or niche followings, influencers create business opportunities for themselves and the brands they work with. And many have become adept at content creation which allows them to gain and engage followers. But what happens when one influencer claims their content is being copied by another?

Who Owns AI-Generated Trademarks?

Whether you need a new design, a new name, or you already have one in mind, AI is a tool you can use to flesh out your trademark ideas and create different renditions. As a prudent business owner, you’re likely wondering who owns a trademark that AI helped create. Well, we’re here to answer your legal questions concerning AI and trademarks. (Don’t worry; AI didn’t write this post!)

BOI Enforcement might Be Unconstitutional

A federal court in Texas issued a preliminary injunction yesterday (December 4, 2024) against the enforcement of the BOI form. The Beneficial Ownership Information form is a new federal reporting requirement for 2024. December 31, 2024 is an impending deadline for all reporting entities that were formed prior to 2024.

Who should own your trademark?

You’re ready to begin trademarking your business name, but now you have to decide who exactly will own your trademark. Well, the law recognizes that an individual, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or other entity can be the owner of a trademark. The law also requires that the owner of the trademark be the one who controls the nature and quality of the goods and services used in connection with your brand. What does all this mean for you?

Should a Small Business Trademark or Copyright Their Business?

Curious whether your small business should trademark or copyright its name, logo, or creative works? Learn the differences between trademarks and copyrights, how they protect your brand, and why they can increase the value of your business. Get the steps on how to secure these protections for your business.

Understanding the SHEIN RICO Case

Fashion retailer SHEIN has found itself caught up in a legal battle over alleged racketeering activities. The case has raised concerns among SHEIN customers and the fashion industry as a whole. SHEIN and similar companies have provided nothing but problems for small businesses due to the practices of these companies.

How to Legally Start a Podcast

If you are one of these entrepreneurs or amateurs who want to start a podcast, you should know that there are some legal issues involved with doing so. In this post I’ll explain what they are so that when you do decide to take the plunge into podcasting land, you know what is required of you legally speaking.

Do I need an LLC for my side hustle?

If you’re like most people today, you have a side hustle that helps fill in the gaps between your regular job and whatever else is going on in your life. You might be a freelance writer, a podcaster, a social media consultant, an influencer or user-generated content (UGC) creator doing brand deals, or maybe even an app developer or digital marketer. If you work for yourself, then you need to make sure that everything is set up correctly from day one so that nothing falls through the cracks down the road.

The Content Creator’s Blueprint to Legal: Part Two

Welcome back to the content creator’s blueprint to legal! Today, we’re talking about Employer Identification Numbers and why they are important.

The Content Creator’s Blueprint to Legal: Part One

Content creators, you are more than just an artist. You are a business, even if you think it’s just a hobby or side-hustle, and a lucrative one at that. And it’s time you take the right steps to secure your assets and grow your business.

What is ADA Compliance?

Are you running a business that follows the laws, codes of conducts and professional ethics of your respected industry? Is your business inclusive of all people? Is your website accessible to those with disabilities? Clients often ask me what it means to be in compliance, so let’s start with ADA Compliance.

The Mindset Blocks that are Keeping You Stuck as an Entrepreneur.

Sometimes, we’re so afraid of our own success, that we sabotage ourselves before we can even start. It doesn’t matter how high achieving you are, or the degrees on your wall — there’s something about starting a company that will trigger all of your insecurities, and mirror to you the ways you’ve been holding your own talents hostage.

Legally Creating a Legacy Brand

Legalpreneur member Tiffany Neuman is changing how we see branding, one company and one legacy at a time. A visionary entrepreneur, she founded Tiffany Nueman Creative as a means of helping founders cement their mark in the world of business through her Legacy Brand Method. Not only is she the go-to branding expert, she’s also penned articles at top-tier media outlets, including Forbes and Entrepreneur, and has yielded impressive results for small business owners.

7 Reasons It’s Time to Hire A Lawyer For Your Small Business

As small business owners, you have enough to worry about, but taking the time to match your legal needs with the right lawyer can protect your growing enterprise.

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