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Do You Need a Trademark to Sell Online in the US?
Selling online does not always require a trademark, but clearance and filing can prevent costly rebrands, takedowns and...

EULA vs SaaS Agreement in the US: Which Does Your Software Need?
Launching downloadable software, a cloud platform or a hybrid product? Learn when to use a EULA, SaaS agreement...

Website Terms of Use for US Businesses
Launching a US business website? Learn what website terms of use should cover, from accounts and content rules...

A Customer Wants You To Sign Their Contract Instead Of Yours - What Should You Check?
Asked to sign your customer's contract instead of your own? One overlooked clause can quietly change your scope,...

A copyright complaint took down your listing. Should you file a DMCA counter-notice?
A removed product listing does not always mean you should file a DMCA counter-notice. Here is how sellers...

Training materials: client rights, source files and reusable content
Separate copyright, editable project files and reusable materials when commissioning a corporate course; agree client permissions, source-file delivery...

Changing Online Terms For Existing Customers: Do You Need To Give Notice Or Get Consent?
Can you just update website terms and bind existing customers? Not always—notice, consent and your modification clause can...

A Shareholder Has Stopped Responding: Can Your Company Still Make Decisions?
Can your company still act if a shareholder disappears? In many cases, yes—but only if notice, quorum and...

Recycled Content Claims: Getting Evidence From Your Supplier
Check what a recycled-content claim actually says, obtain supplier evidence and record composition, percentage and material changes before...

Before Calling Packaging Compostable: Check The Supplier's Evidence
Before you repeat a supplier's compostable packaging claim, make sure the evidence supports the finished package, the right...

Trademark disclaimers: what changes and what stays in your brand
Understand how a federal trademark disclaimer affects a component apart from the whole mark, without removing words or...

Copied product photos: what to check before a DMCA notice
A copied product photo does not automatically give your business the right to file a DMCA notice. Check...

What should an AI service level agreement actually promise?
A practical guide for US AI and machine learning businesses on scoping service levels, response times, service credits,...

When vendors need access to your systems and customer data
A practical guide to vendor access in US home services: map systems and customer data, choose contract controls,...

Selling Your Business Or Raising Capital? How To Check Your IP Ownership Before Due Diligence
Selling your business or raising capital? Hidden IP ownership gaps can derail due diligence fast if you do...

Unincorporated Joint Venture Agreement: Payment, Liability And Termination Terms To Check
Unincorporated joint venture agreements can be a practical way for US businesses to collaborate, but the details matter....

Joint Venture Agreement Incorporated Review: Common Issues For Small Businesses
Small businesses often face challenges with joint venture agreements incorporated, such as unclear objectives, state law conflicts, and...

Joint Venture Agreement: Clauses, Risks And Review Points For US Businesses
A joint venture agreement is essential for US businesses collaborating on projects. This guide explains key clauses, risks,...

Key Clauses To Review In An IT Services Agreement
Reviewing the right clauses in an IT services agreement can help US startups and small businesses avoid costly...

International Distribution Agreement: Clauses, Risks And Review Points For US Businesses
International distribution agreements are essential for US businesses expanding abroad, but they come with unique legal risks. This...

Importer Terms Of Service: FTC, State-Law And Contract Issues To Consider
Drafting importer terms of service in the US involves more than just standard contract terms. This guide details...

Hardware Supply Agreement: Practical Drafting Points For Growing Businesses
A hardware supply agreement forms the backbone of stable supplier relationships for US businesses. This guide covers essential...

Export Supply Agreement Template vs Custom Drafting: Where Risk Can Hide
Using export supply agreement templates can speed up deals, but key risks often hide in boilerplate terms. This...

Endorsement Agreement Template vs Custom Drafting: Where Risk Can Hide
Using a standard endorsement agreement template can leave your business exposed to hidden legal and commercial risks. This...
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