🤷🏻‍♀️ When deadly tragedy strikes a wedding event, who, if anyone, can be held responsible? In this week’s video, we talk about the absolutely unfortunate death of a wedding guest who was shot by police at a Florida wedding reception earlier

Sued for bad manicure before the wedding?

Apr 11th, 2022 8m 43s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Can you be sued for giving a bad manicure? What if it’s really, really ugly? In this week’s episode, we play the game of “what if” and talk about what would happen in a lawsuit over a bad mani. Watch the full video on YouTube: https:

Can you increase the price because of…covid/war/gas prices?

Apr 4th, 2022 8m 31s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Once the client has signed your contract (that has a set price), are you allowed to ask for more money if your costs have skyrocketed? In this week’s video, we talk about how to shield your business from the volatility of today’s world

Can you fire clients for being A-Holes?

Mar 28th, 2022 14m 20s

🤷🏻‍♀️ - Have you ever wanted to fire an A-Hole client? Is that legal? In this week’s video, we discuss the risks and legalities involved with terminating contracts with problem clients. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/woa

3 ways to make your contract less scary

Mar 21st, 2022 11m 58s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Have you ever had a client refuse to book you based only on the content of your contract? If so, it may mean that your contract is unnecessarily scary! In this week’s video, we talk about making your contract less Cassie and more Rue…

Does the order of contract clauses matter?

Mar 14th, 2022 8m 31s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Why does every contract seem to be in the same order? Why do some terms come at the beginning and some at the end? Does the order of contract terms matter to enforceability or a judge’s interpretation? In some instances, maybe! In this

Dealing with Independent Contractors Quitting

Mar 7th, 2022 8m 4s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Do you have a stable of go-to contractors to step in for you (DJ, Musicians, Day-of Coordinators, Photographers, etc.) at events? Ever have a contractor flake out on you or just not want to work with you anymore? In this week’s video, w

Five things your LLC needs!

Feb 28th, 2022 8m 37s

🤷🏻‍♀️ A limited liability company is fairly easy to maintain (compared to other business formations). But, that doesn’t mean you can just “set it and forget it.” In this week’s video, we talk about five things your LLC needs! Watch the full

Four terms to include in Independent Contractor agreements

Feb 21st, 2022 8m 18s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Many growing wedding businesses hire independent contractors to TCB. Best practice is to have a written contract with the contractor in place. But what should you put in it? In this week’s video, we talk about 4 essential terms for your

Couple sues planner and venue over noise restriction

Feb 14th, 2022 20m 44s

🤷🏻‍♀️ NYC couple sues planner and venue because noise ordinance prevents reception from getting loud, forcing the party into another, smaller room. Does the case have merit? Is it worth the FIVE MILLION DOLLARS the couple is demanding? In thi

What is a registered agent and does your biz need one?

Feb 7th, 2022 9m 29s

🤷🏻‍♀️ A registered agent is a person or company designated to accept “service” on behalf of your company. What is service? Sometimes official correspondence, but most of the time its legal documents like lawsuits. In this week’s video, we tal

Are E-Signatures enforceable?

Jan 31st, 2022 8m

🤷🏻‍♀️ Like Blockchain, NFTs, and Cryptocurrency, e-signatures were once considered futuristic and risky. Now they are quite commonplace. In this week’s video, we talk about the enforceability of e-signatures and how they may be used in court

Know when to fight your clients (NOT Literally!)

Jan 24th, 2022 17m 8s

🤷🏻‍♀️ “You gotta know when to hold em’, know when to fold em’, know when to walk away, know when to run…” In this week’s video, we talk about the factors to consider before suing a client. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/

Can you charge more for different clients?

Jan 17th, 2022 8m 20s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Can you charge a potential client more than another potential client for the SAME DATE (all other things being equal?). Is that discrimination under the law? In this week’s episode, we discuss this concept. Check it out! Watch the ful

How to fight credit card chargebacks

Jan 10th, 2022 19m 33s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Have you ever had a client dispute a credit card charge? If so, you know it can be a pain in the booty. But is there anything we can do to come out on top when this happens? Is there a way to prevent this from happening (outside of not

3 end of year tasks for your wedding business!

Dec 20th, 2021 8m 33s

🤷🏻‍♀️ The year is coming to a close and you’re sipping your boiled custard (or eggnog if you’re not southern) with a smile. But, have you dotted all our I’s and crossed all your T’s for 2021 as it pertains to your business operations? In this

Can you charge a surcharge for credit card payments?

Dec 13th, 2021 14m 58s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Do you use a merchant service provider for credit card payments like Square, Paypal, Honeybook, etc? If so, you’ve probably wondered why there is a surcharge for your transactions (should things be FREE?!)? In this week’s video, we talk

Can I make the couple get cancellation insurance?

Dec 6th, 2021 5m 27s

🤷🏻‍♀️ What is “cancellation insurance” and what does it cover? But more importantly, can your contract actually require that the couple buy it? In this week’s video, we go in depth on this and more! Watch the full video on YouTube: https://

Can I make the couple get liability insurance?

Nov 29th, 2021 5m 53s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Can your contract require that the couple acquire general liability insurance for the event? In this week’s video, we talk about insurance, what it covers, and whether the couple can be obligated to name you as an insured. Watch the f

Four problems your contract solves

Nov 22nd, 2021 9m 38s

🤷🏻‍♀️ The contract is not simply a piece of paper. It’s a sword for attack and a shield for defense of your business. In this week’s video, we talk about four primary ways that your contract helps you with that you may not even realize. Wa

Can the couple change the date after the contract is signed?

Nov 15th, 2021 5m 10s

🤷🏻‍♀️ What happens when the couple wants to change the date of the wedding after the contract has been signed? What are your obligations as the wedding professional to provide services on the new date? In this week’s video, we talk about how

What is a DBA?

Nov 9th, 2021 5m 36s

🤷🏻‍♀️ DBA means “doing business as” Its a name that is registered but is not the legal business name of the entity. It’s sometimes referred to as a trade name or fictitious name. In this week’s video, we talk about when a DBA can or should be

Does a single-member LLC need an operating agreement?

Nov 1st, 2021 8m 47s

🤷🏻‍♀️ If you are the owner of a single-member LLC, do you still need an operating agreement? If you’re the boss, why would you need a document that says just that? The answer may surprise you. In this week’s video, we talk about the advantage

Can you record phone calls with your clients?

Oct 25th, 2021 8m 2s

🤷🏻‍♀️ Have you ever wanted to record a phone call with a client because you didn’t trust em’? Or maybe you wanted to record a phone call as a record of what was agreed to? Well, you better believe there are laws about that. In this week’s vid

Do you keep the date open when waiting on clients to sign?

Oct 18th, 2021 8m 29s

🤷🏻‍♀️ When you send your contract or proposal to the couple for signature, is it crickets? If so, what are your obligations in the meantime? Are you allowed to accept and book another gig for that date if the couple does not get back to you?