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In the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of social media, individuals and businesses alike strive to create a unique online presence. One of the key elements of this digital identity is the social media handle, often serving as a direct representation of one’s brand or personal identity. But can you trademark your social media handle? In […]
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It’s a special Christmas miracle episode. Tune in to hear the heartwarming story of Steve Lantz, a Santa impersonator whose respectful response to a child’s hesitation to sit on his lap went viral. Influencer lawyer Ethan Wall and co-host Shawn DePasquale discuss with Steve the importance of affirming a child’s autonomy, his journey in the […]
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In the realm of social media, hosting contests and sweepstakes has become a popular strategy for engaging audiences, building brand awareness, and fostering community interaction. However, the excitement of launching a social media contest must be tempered with a thorough understanding of the legal rules and regulations governing such activities. In this blog post, we’ll […]
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Social media attorney Ethan Wall delves into the intriguing case of country music star Luke Combs. He unpacks the recent legal drama where Combs apologized on TikTok to a fan he sued for $250,000 for selling merchandise featuring his likeness. Discover the complexities of copyright lawy and its impact on social media and fan-created content […]
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Every startup needs legal counsel to guide them on how to protect and grow their business. But not every startup has a massive budget to pay for legal fees at the outset. Each startup needs to balance their budget for startup legal services while investing in other areas of their business such as marketing, technology, […]
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Social Media attorney Ethan Wall and Shawn DePasquale dissect the recent dismissal of Indiana’s lawsuit against TikTok and implications for cases before the U.S. Supreme Court this insightful episode of The Social Media Lawcast. Delve into the legal intricacies, the broader implications for social media law, and the ongoing debate around user data safety and […]
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Startups need answers to their legal questions, but every startup is different. With so much unreliable information available on the internet, you need legal advice tailored to our startup’s needs. But what questions should you ask a startup lawyer? Here’s three questions to consider: 1. What legal protection does my startup need? Legal risks come […]
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Every startup has the potential to change the world and be financially successful. But your chances of achieving success and staying in business are lower without a startup lawyer. Unfortunately, some law firms can charge prices that are way too high for a startup legal budget. So, as an entrepreneur, you need to ask yourself […]
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Lawyers have different areas of law they focus on. Criminal lawyers help people who have been arrested. Family lawyers help people with divorces and child custody. Contract lawyers are pretty self-explanatory. But what do startup lawyers do? Startup Lawyers Explained Startup lawyers help protect and grow your business. They are experienced in working with entrepreneurs […]
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With so many businesses and brands out there, it’s common to come up with the same name as someone else. So, you may be asking yourself “Can you get a trademark if someone else is using your name?” and as a trademark attorney I can tell you the answer is yes in some circumstances. Allow […]
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