Author Archives: Andrew Flusche

Should You Trademark Your Company Name?

This question isn’t specific to home office warriors, but it’s one that many small business owners must face.
A trademark protects your business identity in the marketplace.  If you’re concerned about someone ripping off your business identity, you might want to think about seeking trademark protection.
The classic examples of trademarks are famous brands like Kodak, Xerox, [...]

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This is a bi-weekly feature at Home Office Warrior. Now is your chance to send questions to an experienced attorney. Submit your questions to Andrew at andrew@homeofficewarrior.com or leave your comments here.

Disclaimer: Andrew Flusche is a licensed Virginia attorney, but these posts do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create an attorney client relationship. For legal advice, consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

Ask Legal Andrew — Are affiliate marketers responsible for illegality of the marketed product?

Q:
Are affiliate marketers responsible for illegality of the marketed product?
A:
Possibly.  But let me first explain the question a little bit.  Affiliate marketers get paid by a company to sell a product or service.  They typically earn a commission for each lead or sale.  What happens to the marketer, if the product is illegal in some [...]

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This is a bi-weekly feature at Home Office Warrior. Now is your chance to send questions to an experienced attorney. Submit your questions to Andrew at andrew@homeofficewarrior.com or leave your comments here.

Disclaimer: Andrew Flusche is a licensed Virginia attorney, but these posts do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create an attorney client relationship. For legal advice, consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

Ask Legal Andrew - Software Manual

Q:
Donna asks:
A software program I’m using (I bought a license) doesn’t come with printed documentation, and the online help files are dismal so I’m putting together my own documentation for the program. Now that I’ve gone through all this trouble, I’m wondering if I can turn my documentation into an ebook and sell it. [...]

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This is a bi-weekly feature at Home Office Warrior. Now is your chance to send questions to an experienced attorney. Submit your questions to Andrew at andrew@homeofficewarrior.com or leave your comments here.

Disclaimer: Andrew Flusche is a licensed Virginia attorney, but these posts do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create an attorney client relationship. For legal advice, consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

Ask Legal Andrew — Does my HO insurance cover my home business?

Q:
Does my homeowner’s insurance cover my business?
A:
No. Most homeowner’s and renter’s insurance policies do not cover claims arising out of your “business activity.”
It’s incredibly important to have insurance that protects your home and belongings from theft and damage. But you can’t rely on that same policy to protect your home business.
For business insurance, [...]

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This is a bi-weekly feature at Home Office Warrior. Now is your chance to send questions to an experienced attorney. Submit your questions to Andrew at andrew@homeofficewarrior.com or leave your comments here.

Disclaimer: Andrew Flusche is a licensed Virginia attorney, but these posts do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create an attorney client relationship. For legal advice, consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

Ask Legal Andrew — Do I need a Contract?

Q:
Do I Need a Contract?
A:
Yes. If you’re even asking this question, you need a contract.
Business revolves around deals. I agree to do something for you, in exchange for some type of payment. Or you and I decide to enter into a business partnership together. These are two common business deals that [...]

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This is a bi-weekly feature at Home Office Warrior. Now is your chance to send questions to an experienced attorney. Submit your questions to Andrew at andrew@homeofficewarrior.com or leave your comments here.

Disclaimer: Andrew Flusche is a licensed Virginia attorney, but these posts do not constitute legal advice, nor do they create an attorney client relationship. For legal advice, consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.