The Law in Plain English for Crafts [Paperback]

Leonard D. Duboff (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1581154240 | ISBN-13: 978-1581154245 | Publication Date: September 1, 2005 | Edition: 6

• The complete resource for craftspeople who are also businesspeople


• Expert advice from a pioneer in art law


• Replaces ISBN 1-58115-016-4


Here is the definitive guide for craftspeople who want to successfully tackle the business and legal issues they face every day. Explanations of new laws, plus a discussion of new business forms such as limited liability companies, bring this indispensable volume up to date. Readers will still find DuBoff’s easy-to-understand explanations of trademarks and copyrights, contracts, consignments, taxes, liability, working at home, and getting the right compensation—everything the small-business artisan needs to save thousands of dollars in attorneys’ fees.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Anyone considering turning their beloved craft into a cottage industry needs to read The Law (in Plain English)® for Crafts. DuBoff understands the craftsperson’s needs and is especially qualified to tell them what they need to know. DuBoff leads the reader through what would otherwise be an intimidating mess of paper. This book, like DuBoff’s others, is indispensable, offering hours of expert legal advise.”  (FYI )

From the Back Cover

The fifth edition of this definitive guide helps craftspeople to thoroughly understand the law and successfully tackle the business and legal issues they face every day in their field. Prominent arts attorney Leonard D. DuBoff explains the legal and managerial elements that are crucial to any thriving crafts business, discussing:

Different forms of business organization Contracts Consignment Trademarks and copyright Patent law and trade secret protection Keeping taxes at a minimum Working out of the home Getting paid Insurance and product liability Licensing Commercial leases

The book tells how to find the best legal assistance when needed, providing a complete listing of volunteer lawyer organizations and a glossary of key legal terms. The invaluable advice contained in this book will save thousands of dollars in attorneys' fees, and ensure prosperity and longevity for every crafts business. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Allworth Press; 6 edition (September 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581154240
• ISBN-13: 978-1581154245
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,956,561 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Home Businesses, Part-Timers, and Crafters!!, November 23, 2004

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John Hancock (Denver, Colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Law (in Plain English) for Crafts (Paperback)

Here, in a nutshell, is probably the best legal advice you can buy outside an attorney's office!

I went right to the chapters on patents, copyrights, and trademarks. (That trademarks chapter is probably the best I have ever read on the subject!)

Also great material on commercial leases and licensing, as well as an Appendix of STANDARD LEGAL FORMS that you can use or adapt to your situation.

Highly recommended as some of the best-value legal advice that you can buy!