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As a service provider, maintaining fair compensation for your expertise is not just a business necessity; it's a matter of safeguarding the value you bring to the table. Embedding 'no downgrade' language into your fee and retainer clause is pivotal and acts as a shield against clients seeking to reduce fees or scale down services arbitrarily...Read now
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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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Employee Handbooks vs. Employee Contracts: Why You Need BOTH!
Read nowLet'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...
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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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Can A Non-Disparagement Clause Prevent A Bad Review?
Read nowA 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...
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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 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...
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The Key Components to a Solid Associate Contract
Read nowCongrats 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...