Let's dive into an important topic that often confuses employers: the difference between employee handbooks and employee contracts. While they serve distinct purposes, both are essential tools for maintaining a productive and compliant work environment. Here are the legal differences...
Let’s say you have a client who wants to cancel their contract with you and you've prepared a solid cancellation contract from The Legal Paige for them to sign. But here's the twist—they either ghost you or outright refuse to sign...
A photographer came to us recently that had a situation with a client who wanted to cancel services. The photographer wanted to know whether there was a way to prevent a bad review if the client signed a cancellation...
Entrepreneurs are always wondering: how can I increase my bottom line? If you're just starting out or if you're an experienced business owner it may be time to look at your bottom line and see what you can do to...
As a business owner, you may, unfortunately, encounter situations where you have to issue refunds to clients. It could be because of a mistake on your end or because of a cancellation of a service or event. Regardless of the...
Do you know the difference between the terms “Deposits” and “Retainers”? Did you know one is usually refundable and one usually isn't? Let’s discuss the differences between “Deposits”, “Retainers”, and/or “Reservation Fees/Booking Fees”, whether using a certain term allows for...
Have you ever wondered WHO should be signing contracts? What about HOW you sign contracts for your business as a sole proprietor? Do I sign my name or my DBA? If you have ever needed answers to these questions you...
Congrats on your decision to scale your business and hire associates! Before you get started, be sure to take the proper legal steps. It's essential that you know exactly what clauses you need for your associate contracts as well as...
As a forward-thinking entrepreneur, it's only natural to start planning for the future of your business. To answer the question “What happens to my business when I die?", it is important to look at who inherits your business, how your...
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...
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.
