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Are you a new, aspiring small business owner trying to figure out the ins and outs of legally starting your business? Are you someone that has a business plan in place and is ready to start making money but needs legal help to be prepared? Or maybe you’re hearing terms like “LLC” and “sole proprietor”, but are not sure of the difference? TLP is here to help guide you through these business structures and explain the legal protections of each. By the end of this blog, you will be able to confidently know which business structure is best for your unique business.Read now
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Why Non-Disparagement Clauses Can’t Stop Bad Reviews (and What to Do Instead)
Read nowYou've put your heart, time, and energy into starting a business! You're getting great reviews and hitting your stride. But then, for whatever reason, you have an angry client. Maybe there was a scheduling conflict, a communication breakdown, or things...
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TLP’s Favorite Holiday Gifts for Small Businesses
Read nowImagine this: You are in the middle of a busy day, stressed with your various tasks, and suddenly someone appears with a delicately-wrapped gift basket. For a moment, you can take a breath and look at the new goodies someone...
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What to Do If Your Client Does Not Want to Sign A Model Release?
Read nowImagine this: you have been talking back and forth with your DREAM client, but then right before they book they ask to change your model release clause because they do not want you to publish any of the pictures due...
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How to Effectively Manage Clients Who Won't Sign Cancellation Contracts
Read nowLet’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...
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Should You Put Multiple Brands Under One Business or Keep Them Separate?
Read nowIf you're considering starting a new business venture, one of the key decisions you'll need to make is whether to create a single LLC for all of your brands or establish individual companies for each brand. This is something that...
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How to LEGALLY Issue A Refund
Read nowAs 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...
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Deposits vs Retainers: Are They Refundable?
Read nowDo 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...
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How to Ensure Your Electronic Signatures Are Valid
Read nowA crucial element of any modern contract: the electronic signature clause. In today's digital age, it's more important than ever to ensure that contracts are not only executed but enforceable, even when signed electronically. That's why including an electronic signature clause...
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HOW to Sign Your Contracts as a Sole Prop
Read nowHave 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...