Plan For Your Biz is TODAY! Have you registered yet?

I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this: my free event for entrepreneurs coming up at 7p ET | 4p PT. Why did I make it free? Because I want to see so many more entrepreneurs break through that six figure barrier. Did you know only 13.5% of business owners do that? The first step is to PLAN. You have to plan to win, my friend. So come on! Go ahead and register. Even if you can’t make it live, you at least still get access to the replay.

PLAN FOR YOUR BIZ EVENT: 30 Jan | 7p ET | 4p PT

Whether you're daring to start that business you've been thinking of forever for the first time or you're a seasoned pro who just wants to sharpen up their game for 2024, we've got you covered. Come to the Plan For Your Biz workshop with Bobby Robinson, Esq. - the experienced business and social media attorney that advises creative entrepreneurs, college to pro-athletes and celebrities alike on how to scale and protect their brands.

In this free, virtual workshop, we'll have invaluable #networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs from all walks and industries, secret sauce tips on #visioning and #goalplanning (that work!) and even an opportunity for our #VIP businesses to have special spotlight moments to wrap us up. Come join us!

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6 Things to Avoid Being Sued in 2024 (#3 will do it every time!) 

I often get asked - Bobby, if I do {fill in the blank}, can I get sued? And, the answer is - it depends. I’ve had the pleasure of practicing law now for nearly a decade and have done so at the highest levels - from being the youngest black partner at an AML200 law firm to operating my own law firm, the Robinson Law Group and I’ve seen a lot. 

But, the reality is - most lawsuits can be avoided so here are six (6) things to be on the lookout for to avoid finding yourself in need of a litigation attorney (as I’m purely transactional - business and intellectual property law). 

[ 1 ] Using an Unprotected Brand 

Aside from your human capital, your intellectual property is one of the most valuable assets but I’m always surprised that a number of entrepreneurs have opted not to protect their intellectual property, namely, trademarks and copyrights. Now, the horrible side of not protecting intellectual property is that someone can potentially steal the brand or use it without your permission and you’d have not rights or recours and even worst, you could find yourself being sued for trademark or copyright infringement and having to re-brand and start all over again so get your brand assets protected asap. If you’re ready to get your brand protected, reply to this email and I’ll send you a link to book a call to discuss. 

[ 2 ] Poor Employment Law Practices 

While I’m not an employment lawyer, I have witnessed too many clients make fatal employment moves that ended up being detrimental to the business. That said, if you have employees or are considering making your first W2 hire, I highly encourage you to speak with an employment attorney or an experienced HR consultant to help you navigate the process. 

[ 3 ] Bad Contracts (Yikes) 

Now, I won’t go on a rant about how bad it is to get your contracts from online services such as Rocket Lawyer and LegalZoom but here’s what I’ll say - if you’re going to go that route, still have a lawyer review and revise to fit the specific needs of your business. Depending on the state, there are rules of interpretation that say - if the contract is ambiguous and it’s your contract, they will view it negatively against you because courts have said, if you meant to say ABC but instead said XYZ, that’s on you. Contracts are the lifeblood of your business and you can’t afford to cut corners in making sure your business is protected from potential litigation, if that business relationship goes south so have a lawyer review your contracts often and make adjustments throughout the year, if needed. 

[ 4 ] Misrepresentations in Communication 

When communicating with your employees, clients, investors you have to be honest and truthful because if you misrepresent anything that others rely upon to their detriment, it could rise to the level of a lawsuit because, but for the untruthful statements, I would not have made XYZ decision so be mindful with the statements you and your team make that could be relied upon by anyone interested in doing business with you - whether in contract negotiations or advertising material. 

[ 5 ] Inadequate or Lapsed Insurance Coverage 

The last thing you need is for liability issues to arise either via contract, auto or otherwise and discover that you’re underinsured or worse, your current policy has lapsed and you're not insured at all. If that’s the case, you can find yourself having to pay out of pocket, which could bankrupt your business, if the outstanding liability is significant so be sure to speak with an insurance broker to ensure that every aspect of your business is adequately insured and if you’ve moved or added insurable assets to your business, be sure to let your insurance carrier know. 

[ 6 ] Disregard for Laws and Regulations in Your Industry 

You may have heard this already but ignorance of the law is no defense. If you’re sued, you can’t say - I didn’t know. Unfortunately, that’s not a valid legal defense so you and members of your team (to include your advisory team such as lawyers, CPA, etc) will need to have a working knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern your business (especially, if you’re in a highly regulated industry, such as healthcare) because the penalties and fines can be significant and could shorten the lifespan of your business.

As always, if I can be of any assistance to you throughout the year, don’t hesitate to reach out. Otherwise - hope to see you at my free, virtual event tomorrow!

Bobby Robinson, Esq.
bobbyrobinson.co | @iambobbyrobinson

How I Help Entrepreneurs:

[ 1 ] Through my events: I have free events (with some paid opportunities) all throughout the year to help with things like business structure, trademarks and more. Check it out:

[ 2 ] With trademarks: I help proactive entrepreneurs that don’t want to wait until their brand is stolen (or they’re forced to re-brand because someone has registered a brand you started). Click here to book a complimentary brand protection session with us and we’ll guide you through the process.

[ 3 ] By helping them hit their first six figures: Six figures seems to be the “I made it - revenue mark” for many entrepreneurs but the sad reality is that the average annual revenue for a solopreneur is $46K and only 13% of businesses achieve that mark (and I’ve done it several times). So, if you’re ready to join the 13%, then check out my B-Unstuck Course, where you’ll learn the skills, tools and systems needed to hit your first six figures in business. Enroll here. 

[ 4 ] With excellent business mentorship: You’re making at least $100K and you’ve realized that you’ve gotten the most out of the free webinars or just hit a plateau and are ready for the next level - coaching and mentorship. The MILLIE Collective is a suite of coaching and mentorship programs to fit your needs from Private, Group or a VIP Day, there’s something for everyone. Check out programs here.