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Kelley Way has been creating blog posts across many topics of Estate Planning, Copyright and Trademark law. If you have a topic or question you’d like covered, reach out to Kelley Way here.
Recent Estate Planning Horror Stories
Halloween is around the corner, and what better time is there to go over celebrity estate plans gone wrong? So, grab your popcorn and sit back for a lesson on how some recently departed celebrities could have planned things better. Let’s tell chilling tales of recent...
What Happens to My Copyright When I Sign a Publishing Contract?
You’ve been offered a publishing contract – congratulations! But then the doubt creeps in. Is this really a good idea? What if they decide they don’t like me? What if they decide they don’t like my book? What will happen to my copyright after I sign this publishing...
Do I Need a New Trust After I Get Married?
Most people know that they need a new trust after a divorce. But what happens when they get married? Do they need to create a new one if they already have a trust? Let's dive into the question: Do I Need a New Trust After I Get Married? The answer is the classic...
Copyright vs. Trademark (What’s the Difference?)
There is a lot of confusion when it comes to copyrights vs. trademarks. I’ll have prospects say they want a trademark when they actually mean a copyright. Or they want a copyright, and it becomes clear they are talking about a trademark. Let me explain the difference...
3 More Copyright Myths You Should Know
My previous article on copyright myths proved to be a hit, so I’m following it up with three more myths related to copyright: If it’s online, it’s free to use This myth is pervasive. It’s so easy to copy and download things online; people assume the content must be...
How Can I Disinherit My Kid?
Cutting someone out of your estate plan is a difficult but sometimes necessary decision. Not every family is happy, and not every child deserves an inheritance. Once you realize you need to disinherit your kid, the next thing to consider is: how to make it stick so...
Should I Register A Trademark On My Book Title?
There are many ways authors can use trademark law to protect their brand. Registering a trademark on their book title is usually the first application authors consider. So, is trademarking your book title a good idea? The first thing authors need to know is that you...
Will My Child’s Inheritance Cost Them Their Disability Benefits?
Government disability benefits are wonderful, but they have some significant drawbacks. One of the big ones is that they are needs-based, i.e., the recipient needs to be just shy of broke to qualify for them. A sudden influx of cash, such as from an inheritance, will...
Does My 18-Year-Old Need An Estate Plan?
It’s graduation season, and 18-year-olds everywhere are celebrating their newfound freedom as young adults. Since they believe they’re invincible, they likely haven’t given any thought to their estate plan. Since they’re broke, you likely haven’t given much thought to...