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Plot Twist: “Hot Girls Read” Catchphrase Trademark Backfires on Influencer
By Natalie Moritz | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
It turns out “Hot Girls Read“ isn’t such a novel idea. Trademarking a catchphrase can work, but it can also go sideways. Business owner and influencer Allie...
What to Know Legally Before Telling Your Boss Off Like a CBS Correspondent
By Mariana Petersen, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Actors dream of an Oscar, chefs of a Michelin star, and journalists of a Pulitzer. But there is one fantasy shared across all professions: telling your boss...
Does My Employer Have the Right to Demand Money Back?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Most wage disputes start with workers saying they're owed money. But sometimes the script flips: the employer says the employee is the one in debt. That can...
A Legal Primer on Using 'World Cup' in Ads and Social Media Posts
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Updated by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
World Cup fever has many Americans in its grip, and your business' social media strategy may be able to capitalize on it. But can you use the phrase "World...
Can Your Employer Legally Track Your Keystrokes and Mouse Movements While You Work From Home?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
There are many reasons people enjoy remote work. Saying goodbye to a brutal commute? Check. Not having to figure out what to wear? Check. Pets readily...
Inspector General’s Report Criticizes IRS Inaction on FATCA and Offshore Banking Accounts
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Given that it’s tax season and many Americans will be reaching into their pockets to settle what they owe to the government, the timing of a new inspector...