Legal
Running your own business is exhilarating, but many freelancers and agency-builders have a gnawing fear in the back of their mind at all times: “am I doing everything right legally?” These articles will help you answer important legal questions about your role as a freelancer or business owner—including questions about contracts, agreements, disputes, and lots more.
13 Legal Mistakes That Can Kill Your Freelance Business (and How to Avoid Them)
John GagnonAs a freelancer, your creativity and skills are your greatest assets. But one wrong legal move could bring your entire business crashing down faster than...
How and When to Copyright Your Freelance Creative Work: The Definitive Guide
Phoenix D'AngeloAs a freelancer, your creative work isn’t just a product—it’s your livelihood. Yet most creatives I’ve met over my 15-year freelance career dramatically underestimate the...
When Is the Right Time to Make Your Freelance Business an LLC?
John GagnonAs a freelancer who’s been in the trenches for over a decade, I’ve learned that protecting your business and personal assets isn’t just smart—it’s essential....
What Freelancers Need to Know About Business Licenses
Phoenix D'AngeloStarting a freelance business is an exhilarating journey, but the world of business licenses can quickly become a maze of confusion and uncertainty. As someone who’s helped...
Can I write off a Personal Loan on My Taxes?
Jack NolanTax write-offs, also known as deductions, reduce the amount of income that is subject to taxes. Some common examples include business expenses, charitable donations, and...
WPLP Compliance Platform Review: The Best WordPress Legal Solution for 2025?
Jack NolanRunning a WordPress website in 2025 without proper legal compliance is like playing Russian roulette with your business. With GDPR fines reaching €20 million, CCPA...
6 Mistakes Freelancers Make When Setting Up an LLC
Freya LaskowskiFreelancing is on the rise like never before. In 2023, 73% of U.S. workers planned to freelance. An astonishing 46% of the global workforce is...
Do Freelancers Need to Save Receipts?
Preston LeeAs a freelancer, organizing your finances isn’t just advisable; it’s crucial. One might wonder, do you really need to keep every single receipt? The answer...
Why I Switched from 1099 to S-Corp (and You Should Too)
Preston LeePicture this: It’s 2017, and I’ve just been laid off. Instead of panicking, I decided to take my side hustle full-time. Little did I know,...
How to Break Up with a Client (Plus Examples)
Preston LeeBreaking up with a client can be a tough decision to make. But remember: everything in your business is an opportunity cost. When you say...
Protecting Your Freelance Business: 4 Different Options
Eyal DorfmanBeing a freelancer is increasingly common today. Whether working in the gig economy full-time or freelancing as a side hustle, people are often wearing different...
Trademark vs LLC: Which Do You Need and Why?
Preston LeeIf you’re starting a new business or have even been in business for a while, you maybe have wondered about a trademark vs LLC and...