Estate Administration Basics: What to Do After a Loved One Dies

Estate Administration Basics: What to Do After a Loved One Dies

Estate Administration Basics: What To Do After a Loved One Dies Losing a loved one is one of the most emotional times a person can go through. Dealing with their material possessions (i.e. the estate) shouldn’t be an additional burden, but it frequently is. Most...
When Should I Register My Trademark?

When Should I Register My Trademark?

When Should I Register My Trademark? Before jumping into the details of trademark registration, it’s important to remember what a trademark is and why having one is important. A trademark serves as a source identifier in the marketplace, so buyers know who they’re...
What’s the Difference Between Libel and Slander?

What’s the Difference Between Libel and Slander?

I see a lot of confusion regarding defamation, libel, and slander. People usually know the terms are related, but they’re not sure how or what they actually mean. Let me break it down. Defamation is the spreading of false facts (i.e. lies, but lying sounds bad, so...
Key Items in an Author Illustrator Contract

Key Items in an Author Illustrator Contract

Author-Illustrator Contracts Most people who write a book that requires illustrations (such as children’s or botanical books) aren’t artists. When self-publishing their book, these authors will need to hire someone themselves to create the necessary artwork. They may...