Author: Elizabeth Stapleton

Liz Stapleton is the blogger and legal educator behind ElizabethStapleton.com, where she helps online business owners legally protect their websites with easy-to-use, attorney-created templates. She became a licensed attorney in 2012, and uses her background in law to simplify legal compliance for entrepreneurs—no scare tactics or legal jargon required.

Can You Copyright AI-Generated Content? Here’s How to Make Sure Your Work Is Protected

Artificial Intelligence, or AI is an incredibly powerful tool that has officially gone mainstream. While everyday use is still pretty new – my brother in law even thinking to use ChatGPT is still pretty rare, online business owners have dived in with gusto. AI has transformed how bloggers and content creators operate, allowing them to seriously speed up content creation. But using AI in your business is not without its drawbacks. While copyright automatically applies …

BOI Reporting Update: What Bloggers & Online Business Owners Need to Know in 2025

If you’ve registered your blog or online business with your state as a Limited Liability Company (LLC), corporation, or another type of business entity, then until recently you were required under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) to file a BOI report. Here’s a simple breakdown of what changed, why it matters, and what to keep an eye on moving forward. What Is BOI Reporting? BOI stands for Beneficial Ownership Information. Why did this rule exist? …

Why Blogger’s Need a Privacy Policy

As a blogger, you put your heart and soul into creating captivating content, building a loyal readership, and possibly even monetizing your platform. However, amidst all the creativity and engagement, it’s essential not to overlook the legal aspects of running a blog. As a blogger, having a privacy policy is not just a legal requirement but also a critical step in building trust with your audience and protecting both yourself and your readers. Let’s delve …

Why (and how) You Should Start an Affiliate Program

Are you looking to boost your digital product sales? An affiliate program might be the key to accelerating your success. However, setting up an affiliate program isn’t just about the rewards. It requires careful selection of technology, an understanding of the legal side of running an affiliate program, and a willingness to manage your program. What is an affiliate program If you sell digital products, then adding an affiliate program could help you generate more …

Amazon Affiliates Dos and Don’ts

The Amazon Associates program is notorious for its strict rules. So why does everyone still clamor to join? Because the conversion rates on Amazon links tend to be higher, even if overall, the affiliate commission structure is less than others. To make sure you don’t put your Amazon affiliate account at risk, be sure to follow the rules provided in their Associate’s Program Policies, and Operating Agreement. Read on to learn the Dos and Don’ts …

What Bloggers Should Know About Copyright

As a blogger, it’s important to know about copyright law. You don’t want to get yourself into legal trouble by infringing on someone else’s copyright. In this blog post, we will discuss what bloggers should know about copyright and how to avoid any legal issues. So, whether you’re just starting out blogging or have been blogging for a while, be sure to read this post! Copyright Applies Automatically One important thing to know about copyright …

Can You Use Canva for Commercial Use? What Online Business Owners Need to Know

Canva is a free graphic design tool that allows anyone to create professional graphics and images without having to hire a graphic designer or artist. The service has over 100 million users worldwide and is growing rapidly. Canva offers a variety of tools to help designers create beautiful designs, from templates and fonts to illustrations and photos. In addition, Canva makes it easy to share these creations through social media. All in all, Canva is …

8 Places to Link to Your Legal Pages On Your Blog

Starting a blog is a great way to share your thoughts and ideas with the world, but it’s important to remember that you also need to think about legal considerations. In this blog post, we will discuss the best places to link to your legal pages on your blog. We’ll cover topics like privacy policies, terms of use, and disclosures. By following our guide, you can make sure that your blog is in compliance with …

What Bloggers Should Know About Cease and Desist Letters: What to Do If You Receive One

If you’re a blogger, then you need to know about cease and desist letters. These letters can be sent to bloggers by individuals or companies who feel that their intellectual property has been infringed upon. If you receive one of these letters, it’s important to take action right away. In this blog post, we will discuss what you should do if you receive a cease and desist letter. We will also provide some tips on …

9 Blogging Laws Every Blogger Needs to Obey

Blogging can be a great way to earn money. It’s a low cost way to start a business that could change your life. But what you may not know, is that there are laws that apply to blogging and if you don’t follow them you’ll be putting your livelihood at risk. Here are 9 blogging laws every blogger needs to obey. 1. GDPR GDPR is a law that mandates that every company has to have …

Best eContract Tools for Small Businesses

These days, people are more and more aware of the importance of digital signatures. Yet, signing contracts digitally is not always as convenient as it should be. Online signature tools have made the whole process so much easier. They are available to use in any device and they don’t require any installation on your side. All you need to do is sign up for an account with these services and start signing documents digitally right …

Affiliate Disclosure Dos and Don’ts – The Ultimate Guide for Bloggers

Affiliate marketing can be a great way to earn more money. While it can take work upfront, it has the potential to continue earning passively for years. If you’ve never heard of the term ‘Affiliate Marketing’ you may be wondering what I’m talking about. Don’t worry this guide will not only break down what affiliate marketing is, but also how to make sure you you do it the correct way. Making sure you comply with …

Author: Elizabeth Stapleton

Can You Copyright AI-Generated Content? Here’s How to Make Sure Your Work Is Protected

BOI Reporting Update: What Bloggers & Online Business Owners Need to Know in 2025

Why Blogger’s Need a Privacy Policy

Why (and how) You Should Start an Affiliate Program

Amazon Affiliates Dos and Don’ts

What Bloggers Should Know About Copyright

Can You Use Canva for Commercial Use? What Online Business Owners Need to Know

8 Places to Link to Your Legal Pages On Your Blog

What Bloggers Should Know About Cease and Desist Letters: What to Do If You Receive One

9 Blogging Laws Every Blogger Needs to Obey

Best eContract Tools for Small Businesses

Affiliate Disclosure Dos and Don’ts – The Ultimate Guide for Bloggers

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