There seems to be quite a bit of confusion on the internet as it pertains to the terms of service most websites have you click before using the site. Or, as it is better known that pesky little “I agree” button. Are they legally enforceable? Is it a binding contract? Do I have to actually do what the terms say? …
Do you work with brands? Influencer Marketing Agreements
I’ve talked about this before on my various social media platforms. Which, if you aren’t following me you should—MontgomeryLawPllc on IG and Facebook. Actually, I’ve talked about it often. Influencer marketing has proven to be wildly effective. It is a regular practice for most marketers and brands. A recent survey showed that 86% of marketers were using influencer marketing just …
Legal Downside to using Social Media in the Hiring Process
It has become common practice to consider your social media pages similar to a resume. I cannot recall how many times I have heard some of the biggest entrepreneur’s with massive social media followings explain that your individual social media page is equivalent to your brand, and be weary how you represent yourself. Employers are consistently viewing applicants and even …
How to Negotiate Like a Pro
I went to law school because initially I wanted to be a sports agent. I have always had a passion for the art of negotiation. I think it is undervalued by the average person. Most attorney’s understand it and utilize it when needed, which is likely all the time. I know from working with my clients that negotiating contracts is …
Online Coaching Risks & Liability
Personal training insurance is widely used by trainers who train on their own, and in gyms. Because, lets face it, when you are proscribing someone an exercise protocol sometimes that person is going to get injured. And being the litigious society that we are, that person may decide to sue you. But do trainers who only train their clients solely …
Copyright Basics for online Entrepreneurs:
Intellectual property is often a company or brands largest asset. Although, if you ask most business owners—big or small— to value their intellectual property they’ll throw out something like 15-20% of their valuations. In reality, many of the world’s largest companies valuations are 90% based on their intellectual property. Most online businesses and entrepreneurs fail to realize that a large …
Licensing Agreements: Make more Money
What is a license or licensing? A license just means that you are giving someone else the permission to use your intellectual property, your copyrights, trademarks, and patents. Most people only think you can license pictures and music but in reality you can license ANY of your material. For example, lets say you wrote a very popular Ebook on tracking …