Trademarks can be confusing. The other day I asked myself . . . “How would I describe trademarks to a five-year-old?” Man, that would be tough. Challenge accepted. First off, what is a trademark? Well, there’s a pretty well-defined legal definition....
This post isn’t meant for everyone. It’s specifically for creative entrepreneurs. What do I mean by a creative entrepreneur? When I say “creative,” I mean someone who leans on the right side of their brain as a part of their profession—or at...
When I tell people I’m an attorney for creatives, a common response is, “Oh, so you, like, work with artists or something?” Yes, I work with a variety of artists, ranging from handmade crafters to photographers to graphic designers. My law firm...
Dear Etsy. It’s nothing personal, it’s just business … Here’s the deal. Etsy is great. Everyone loves Etsy. Artists love Etsy. Engaged couples love Etsy. My mom loves Etsy. Your mom probably loves Etsy. And I’m not gonna lie. I kinda love Etsy, too. I really enjoy the...
