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When Do Copyrights Expire?
With all the copyrighted works of 1929 entering the public domain as of January 1, it’s a good time to ask how copyrights work, and when do copyrights expire. Yes, all copyrighted works will expire at some point. The U.S. Constitution specifically says that creative...
How Should I Hold Title to My House?
There are many different ways you can hold title to real property, like your house, especially if you have multiple people on the title. Let’s go through the various options and the pros and cons of each. You can hold title in your own name, with no one else on the...
Top Blog Articles for 2024
Once again, the year has gone by too quickly. With the arrival of December comes my annual post listing the top blog articles for 2024. Peruse, enjoy, and, of course, have a happy holiday season! Can I Write About a Real Person in My Book? -...
Estate Planning Conversations for the Holidays
The holidays are a time for visiting family. For some people, this is an excellent opportunity to see long-absent loved ones; for others, it’s a good excuse to make inroads on their alcohol supply. Personally, I think it’s a convenient time to have estate planning...
3 Myths About Publishing Contracts
Getting a contract from a publisher is exciting, especially for an unpublished author. However, some misconceptions about how these contracts work can lead to bitterness or regret later on. Here are some common myths people have about publishing contracts. You can't...
Estate Planning Gone Wrong: 3 Ways You Can End Up in Probate With A Trust
Last month, I discussed why probate is bad and how to avoid it in California. And just in time for Halloween, even though terms like probate and trusts can be scary, we will face our fears and discuss what happens when estate planning goes wrong. Let’s talk about how...
When Should I Register My Trademark?
I'm often asked the question: When should I register my trademark? Timing your trademark registration is always tricky. On the one hand, you want to get as much protection for your brand as possible as quickly as possible. On the other hand, trademark registration is...
How Do I Avoid Probate?
Probate is one of those estate plan terms that everyone has heard of, but no one knows exactly what it is. They know it’s bad and want to avoid it, but they’re unsure exactly why. Here’s a rundown of what it is, why it’s bad, and how you can avoid probate. Probate is...
5 Clauses to Look for in a Publishing Contract
You have a contract from a publisher – congratulations! It’s extremely tempting to just sign your name and send it back immediately, but before you do that, it’s essential to read the contract and know what you’re signing first. Many of my author clients have come to...