Brette Sember, J.D.
Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 40 books, many of them about legal topics. Brette has written, edited, and consulted for a large number of legal outlets, legal websites, legal practice management software companies, online legal service companies, and law firms. She is a national expert on divorce and family law. View her work on her website.
More From This Author
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The Ins and Outs of Hold Harmless Agreements and Liability Waivers
Liability waivers protect your business against lawsuits for negligence. Find out how to use one for your business.
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How to Create a Subsidiary Company
Properly forming a subsidiary company can allow you to grow your business while minimizing risk to the parent company—and allow both entities to thrive.
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Appropriating Copyrighted Works: When Is It Legal?
When an artist uses a copyrighted work and creates something new, it can fall under a fair use exception in the law.
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Create a Living Trust in Delaware
A living trust is a powerful estate planning tool that protects your assets in life and after you pass away. Learn more about living trusts in Delaware.
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How to Trademark a Logo
Trademarking your company's logo is an essential step to protect your rights. It's also a complex process that requires expert legal assistance.
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Beware the Patent Troll
Patent trolls make money by buying and attempting to enforce patents, but there are ways to protect yourself.
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Protect Your Pup with a Dog Bill of Sale
Adding a dog to your family is an important event, and you want to be sure your purchase is legal and binding. Find out how to use a dog bill of sale.
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What a Business Method Patent Is
A business method patent allows an inventor to protect their new idea for a way of doing business that involves a specific use of technology. Find out what the requirements are.
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How to Buy Expired Patents
A patent gives an inventor a limited time of exclusive ownership. If the patent expires, it's possible for someone else to buy it. Find out how to buy an expired patent.
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What Happens to Debt When You Die?
Understanding what happens to your debts after your death is an important part of estate planning. Knowing the laws can help you plan carefully so that your family is protected.
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