Are your contracts strong enough to handle unexpected legal challenges in today’s fast-paced creative industry? In this episode, I'm sharing a conversation I had recently with wedding photographer and educator Laurken Kendall. We dive into the pressing legal issues faced by creative entrepreneurs, particularly photographers and wedding vendors.

From managing chargebacks and protecting intellectual property to navigating tricky vendor relationships, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you keep your business legally secure. Whether you're a seasoned creative or just starting out, this episode will equip you with tools to confidently handle some of the most challenging aspects of running a creative business.

Tune in to learn:

• How to document your processes, use airtight contracts, and fight back when clients dispute charges—even months after the event.
• The key clauses every creative business owner should include in contracts, such as artistic style, editing, privacy of images, and non-exclusive vendor licensing agreements.
• How to set boundaries and formalize relationships with vendors to prevent misuse of your work and avoid giving away your power.
• Ways to navigate client privacy concerns with flexibility while maintaining a legally sound approach.
• Why cancellation, rescheduling, and contract amendments should always be documented with signed agreements to protect your business from legal disputes.

Connect with Laurken:
Website: https://laurkenkendall.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurkenkendall/

Links and Resources:

Join the TLP Facebook Community, a safe space to ask any questions related to the law or your business: http://tlpfacebook.com/

Visit The Legal Paige for contract templates, blogs, and additional legal resources, and follow me on Instagram.

Need 1:1 legal support for your business? https://griffithsuazolaw.com/

Have you filed your BOI report yet? Register for the upcoming webinar + learn how to avoid costly fees and penalties: https://thelegalpaige.com/boi

What happens when a client leaves you a bad review? Can you legally prevent them from saying something bad about your business?

In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about handling client reviews and why non-disparagement clauses shouldn’t be in your client contracts. I’ll walk you through the legal side of things, especially the Consumer Review Fairness Act (CRFA), and share practical tips for dealing with bad reviews. We’ll also talk about why confidentiality clauses in cancellation agreements are a much better option, and how you can respond professionally to negative feedback while keeping your business’ reputation intact.

Bad reviews are bound to happen, so tune in to hear how you can protect your business:

• Your contracts should focus on setting clear expectations, not controlling client feedback.
• Client reviews, whether good or bad, are opportunities to demonstrate professionalism through your response.
• While you can’t stop negative reviews, you can protect sensitive business details with the right contract clauses.
• Learning to navigate customer reviews can enhance your brand’s credibility and trustworthiness.
• Taking legal action over false reviews is an option, but it’s important to weigh the risks and challenges.

Links and Resources:

Join the TLP Facebook Community, a safe space to ask any questions related to the law or your business: http://tlpfacebook.com/

Visit The Legal Paige for contract templates, blogs, and additional legal resources, and follow me on Instagram.

Need 1:1 legal support for your business? https://griffithsuazolaw.com/

Could a simple pop-up on your website be the secret to boosting engagement and generating more leads for your business?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with serial entrepreneur and marketing expert Davey Jones to dive into the ever-evolving world of email marketing. We cover the latest trends for email collection in 2024 and beyond, including how to strategically use pop-ups, lead magnets, and webinars to grow your list. Davey also shares his experience with rebranding BDOW!, a tool designed to improve website lead generation and user experience. Of course, we also touch on the legal side of things, including why trademarking is crucial for protecting your brand.

Tune in to learn how you can level up your email marketing strategy and protect your brand with these episode highlights:

• Email marketing is still one of the most reliable channels for conversions and business growth.
• Your lead magnets should provide immediate, actionable value, which is something your audience can use right away.
• Pop-ups are an essential tool for email collection, but they need to be strategically placed on high-traffic pages.
• Don’t forget about legal compliance! Make sure your email collection efforts follow privacy policy and GDPR rules.
• Trademarking your brand name early on will protect your business and add long-term value.

Get 20% off your first month with BDOW! using code LEGALPAIGE

Connect with Davey:
https://daveytjones.com/

Links and Resources:

Join the TLP Facebook Community, a safe space to ask any questions related to the law or your business: http://tlpfacebook.com/

Visit The Legal Paige for contract templates, blogs, and additional legal resources, and follow me on Instagram.

Need 1:1 legal support for your business? https://griffithsuazolaw.com/