The Legal Upgrade

Thriving though impossible circumstances with Nicole Chamblin

Nicole Chamblin has owned her business for almost 20 years, and she has learned a thing or two about resilience along the way. From navigating the aftermath of 9/11, to pivoting her business after the 2008 financial crisis, to overcoming an unthinkable diagnosis, Nicole reveals how she was able to position her business to thrive and even expand during the toughest of times. This episode is packed with inspiration and wisdom to help your business navigate the toughest of times.  MORE ABOUT NICOLE CHAMBLIN: Want more of Nicole? Check out: https://tinyurl.com/vpsnc WORK WITH BEVEL LAW: Your company needs a law firm that specializes in small business law. Learn more about Bevel Law and set up your first call: www.bevellaw.com/contact [http://www.bevellaw.com/contact] CREDITS: This episode was edited and produced by Bevel Law, with music by Lemon Music Studio and AlexGrohl (via Pixabay). You can follow Bevel Law on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bevellaw/]. Say hi via email at hello@bevellaw.com [hello@bevellaw.com].

From educator to art studio owner with Sam Testa

Before Sam Testa was the owner of DC-based art and calligraphy studio Right Place Studios, she was a young girl growing up in Youngstown, Ohio, learning about art from her grandfather. Find out how she went from being a first grade teacher to becoming a successful professional artist and entrepreneur in Washington, D.C. You’ll hear how believing in herself helped her score big clients and how resilience has propelled through almost 15 years in business.  MORE ABOUT RIGHT PLACE STUDIOS: Want more of Sam Testa? Check out Right Place Studios! Website: https://www.rightplacestudio.com/ [https://www.rightplacestudio.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rightplacestudio [https://www.instagram.com/rightplacestudio] WORK WITH BEVEL LAW: Your company needs a law firm that specializes in small business law. Learn more about Bevel Law and set up your first call: www.bevellaw.com/contact [http://www.bevellaw.com/contact] CREDITS: This episode was edited and produced by Bevel Law, with music by Lemon Music Studio and AlexGrohl (via Pixabay). You can follow Bevel Law on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bevellaw/]. Say hi via email at hello@bevellaw.com [hello@bevellaw.com].

Talk to a lawyer before your company is ready

Have you been in business for years, but have yet to have a conversation with a business lawyer or law firm? Are you mentally waiting for when you “need” legal help to start having these conversations? Too often, I see business owners waiting until something is urgent or broken in their business to start looking around for an attorney they might want to work with. At that point, they are stressed and anxious and frankly not in the best position to make an important hiring decision.  In this episode, I reveal why having early conversations with attorneys - even way before you might need one - is incredibly helpful. I also reveal how to approach these conversations and questions to ask along the way. Find out why engaging early can lower your own personal anxiety around seeking legal assistance and improve outcomes for your company as a whole.  Announcements: Get The Legal Upgrade™  If you want to finally get legally protected in your business so you can stop leaving money on the table and start sleeping better at night, schedule a call to see if The Legal Upgrade is right for you:www.bevellaw.com/contact [http://www.bevellaw.com/contact]  CREDITS This episode was edited and produced by Bevel Law, with music by Lemon Music Studio (via Pixabay). You can follow Bevel Law onInstagram [https://www.instagram.com/bevellaw/]. Say hi via email athello@bevellaw.com [hello@bevellaw.com].

Does "sending a scary lawyer letter" actually work?

Have you ever thought: “maybe my lawyer can just send them a scary letter and that will solve the issue”? Today, I’m breaking down the false promise of the “one and done” cease and desist letter and explaining why this is not a winning legal strategy. Tune in to learn: * Why intimidation does not guarantee results * The “false wants” that often distract business owners from the real goal in a legal dispute * How to protect your company’s reputation while still enforcing your rights Announcements: Get The Legal Upgrade™  If you want to finally get legally protected in your business so you can stop leaving money on the table and start sleeping better at night, schedule a call to see if The Legal Upgrade is right for you: www.bevellaw.com/contact [http://www.bevellaw.com/contact]  CREDITS This episode was edited and produced by Bevel Law, with music by Lemon Music Studio (via Pixabay). You can follow Bevel Law on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bevellaw/]. Say hi via email at hello@bevellaw.com [hello@bevellaw.com].

Advertising: legal do's and legal don'ts

What happens if you use someone else’s content, brand or product in your own advertising? Do you need to get permission, or is this “fair use”? This week’s episode is inspired by an ongoing lawsuit between Atari and State Farm. Atari is suing State Farm over an ad that featured one of Atari’s arcade games and sparked negative comments from Atari fans.  What are the rules for using other companies’ IP for your own advertising purposes? In this episode, I’m breaking down some of the little-known legal rules of advertising. Tune in to learn how your company can create compelling ads without getting into legal trouble.  Announcements: Get The Legal Upgrade™  If you want to finally get legally protected in your business so you can stop leaving money on the table and start sleeping better at night, schedule a call to see if The Legal Upgrade is right for you: www.bevellaw.com/contact [http://www.bevellaw.com/contact]  CREDITS This episode was edited and produced by Bevel Law, with music by Lemon Music Studio (via Pixabay). You can follow Bevel Law on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bevellaw/]. Say hi via email at hello@bevellaw.com [hello@bevellaw.com].