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Does Your Business Have Trade Secrets? Are they Protected?

by Wesley Henderson | Sep 19, 2020 | Intellectual Property, Quick Tips, Side Business, Trade Secrets

How do you protect your tangible property like inventory and equipment? Typically, you’ll use a lock to protect them. Maybe a security system. Simple enough. Well, how do you protect the creative side of your business? This is where it is important to understand the...

Legal Preparation Your Business Should Never Ignore

by Wesley Henderson | Sep 16, 2020 | Best Practices, Contracts, Intellectual Property

Why you need to make a legal plan in 350 words or less… A few quick horror stories to get your attention. I know, I hate fear tactics too, but it’s really the only way to show you that mega mistakes can happen early. …it’s pretty easy to avoid (and, no, I’m not going...

Copyright Notice Format You Need On Your Website To Protect Your Copy ©

by Wesley Henderson | Sep 14, 2020 | Best Practices, Copyrights, Intellectual Property, Quick Tips

© Copyright Format to Protect Content on Your Website It’s to claim copyright ownership of any of your copyrightable content on your website. Three elements are required for proper copyright notice: a) name of the owner, b) year, and c) copyright symbol (or the word...

10 Legal Mistakes New Businesses Make (That Are Easy To Avoid)

by Wesley Henderson | Sep 14, 2020 | Best Practices, Contracts, Copyrights, Intellectual Property, Partnerships, Quick Tips, Side Business, Templates, Trademarks, Website

Everybody makes mistakes. It’s part of life. And part of your business journey. Read through the 10 legal mistakes new businesses make to cut down on your unforced errors. The fewer mistakes you make the better your chances that your product or service will take...

An IP Lawyer’s Guide to Naming Your Business

by Wesley Henderson | Sep 12, 2020 | Intellectual Property, Trademarks

This is one of the most fun parts of starting a business. It’s also one that has hidden pitfalls. Don’t be hasty – be strategic, and do your homework. If you don’t, it could cost you some serious problems (not to mention money) down the road. STEP ONE: Don’t Infringe...

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