Jane Cowles ATTORNEY

This video is an excellent summary of the steps to register photographs with the US Copyright office.

It is wise to have a guaranteed minimum payment to protect yourself, in the event that a contract is cancelled or cannot be completed.

A copyright gives the author, the one who created the work, ownership rights in the work and the right to reproduce the work.

When an artist agrees to exhibit work in gallery space, what key clauses should be in the contract?

Why are nondisclosure agreements important? What terms go into a nondisclosure agreement? Should I include a confidentiality notice in email

What percentage of a PPP loan must a spend on payroll to get it forgiven? What is the deadline to bring back employees under PPPFA?

What to do when you have past due sales taxes? What to do when you have not filed tax returns? How do I account for collected sales tax?

What options do you have to cancel a commercial lease when there are mandatory business closures that prohibit you from using the space?

Many live art exhibitions and performances are not possible due to COVID19. How can I get out of my contractual responsibilities?

With the mandatory closures caused by COVID19, many employers cannot afford payroll expenses. What financial assistance is available?

Home staging can run you thousands of dollars, so a written agreement is key to making sure you know what service will be provided and wheth

Simple tips for covering important topics that will protect a business stager from misunderstandings with homeowners.

Learn what expenses to track, if you're a for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) seller facing a possible capital gains tax obligation.

Buying a home with a friend or unmarried partner? How to protect against future changes in your plans or the relationship.