Legalize your E-commerce Site in 6 Steps - 19

11 Aug 2018 · 32 min
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11 Aug 2018 · 32 min

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In this solo podcast episode, attorney and creative‑business coach Brittany Ratelle walks listeners through six essential legal steps for running an online store, whether on a personal domain or a marketplace like Etsy. She begins with a personal welcome, shares recent book recommendations, and then outlines: (1) forming an LLC to separate personal and business liability; (2) clearing and trademarking the business name, with advice on searches and attorney involvement; (3) adding mandatory website legal statements (privacy policy and terms of service) and where to obtain customizable templates; (4) conducting an intellectual‑property audit to ensure ownership of photos, graphics, copy, and testimonials; (5) complying with anti‑spam email rules, including clear labeling, unsubscribe options, and a valid postal address; and (6) addressing product‑liability concerns, testing requirements, small‑batch exemptions, and insurance options, especially for health‑related or children’s products. Throughout, Brittany promotes her own legal‑document service (creativecontracts.co) with a discount code, encourages listeners to join her newsletter for a free legal checklist, and asks for reviews and shares. The episode blends instructional, conversational, and promotional tones while emphasizing empowerment for creative entrepreneurs.

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