LAST UPDATED: 3/13/25 Photographers, wedding planners, DJs, and other wedding vendors have the same question: “Who signs the contract when someone else pays?” This is what we call a third-party payor (aka “third party payer”) situation. You’ve seen it before:...
Rescheduling fees aren’t one of those easy, cut-and-dry issues. In fact, it fully depends on your business, your pricing, and your policies on whether you charge a rescheduling fee. That said, understanding what is reasonable for a rescheduling fee and...
When creating your website, you’re probably thinking about making everything eye-catching and beautiful. While the physical appearance is a big part of a successful platform, you CANNOT forget that even your website needs to be legally legit. Specifically? Don’t forget...
As a small business owner there are some tasks that you can DIY such as registering an LLC or using a template contract to send to clients, however, at times the legal help of a law firm will be the...
Have you been confused by the term “Indemnification” in your contract? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many people don’t understand what it is and why it's there. And while an “Indemnification Clause” is a very important clause to have in...
Being a part of the small business community is something truly special; you can connect with business owners all over the country and gain a wealth of knowledge from their personal experiences. As you grow in the business world, you...
If you’re in the wedding industry, you’ve likely seen situations where various parties are contributing to paying for your services. It is very common to see credit cards from the parents, or checks from the grandparents to help pay for...
As small business owners, it is nothing out of the ordinary for inquirers–or even booked clients!– to stop responding to you after a few weeks of communication (aka being ghosted). The term “ghosting” or “ghosted” means that someone has ended...
A common question TLP gets asked almost daily is whether you should use the term “retainer” or “deposit”. And some people believe you can use these terms interchangeably in your contracts. It makes sense; both are fees paid in advance...
Founder and attorney at The Legal Paige, Paige is a certified Juris Doctor who helps entreprenuers become legally compliant online. Law aside, she's really just a small town Montana momma who loves her family, the lake, and a good glass of red wine.
