What do MrBeast’s ghost kitchen controversy, Priscilla Presley’s battle over Graceland, and a small business owner suing Meta all have in common? One thing: contracts that didn’t go far enough.

In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down how unclear, incomplete, or overlooked agreements can spiral into major legal disputes—whether you’re a global brand or just starting a side hustle. From “I agree” clicks to family business deals, this conversation reveals how everyday contracts carry real legal weight.

📄 Why even a single vague clause can cost you your brand, money, or control

⚖️ How verbal agreements, emails, and click-through terms can become legally binding

🧠 What smart founders do differently to protect their business, reputation, and relationships

Using real-world examples—from MrBeast’s brand challenges to Graceland’s legacy disputes—this episode shows that contracts aren’t just paperwork. They’re your first line of defense.

Whether you're launching a business, partnering with family, or signing your next online agreement, this episode will change how you think about every document you sign.

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⁠📖 Read more about Business Contracts in California

Lunar New Year is a time to sweep away the old and welcome new opportunities—but it’s also the perfect moment to reset your business strategy.

In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang explores how families and entrepreneurs can use the New Year as a turning point to transform side hustles into real, protected businesses. Drawing surprising lessons from headline-making companies like OpenAI, TikTok, and MrBeast, this conversation reveals how the same legal fundamentals apply whether you’re running a global platform or a family dumpling business.

✨ Why choosing the right business structure—LLC, corporation, or nonprofit—matters more than you think

✨ What big tech power struggles teach small business owners about control and decision-making

✨ How clear contracts and operating agreements can protect your family, brand, and future

From defining ownership to protecting intellectual property, the biggest lesson is simple: every successful business needs a strong legal foundation. The sooner you plan for structure, contracts, and governance, the easier it becomes to grow without chaos later.

Whether you're selling handmade products, launching a family venture, or scaling a side hustle, this episode shows how a little legal planning today can protect everything you build tomorrow.

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If you’re in a photo, you own it… right? Not under U.S. copyright law.

In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang unpacks the surprising legal reality behind Jennifer Lopez being sued for posting a photo of herself on Instagram. The rule is simple—but shocking: the person who takes the photo owns it, not the person in it. And in California, that’s only half the story.

📸 Why being the subject of a photo doesn’t give you copyright ownership

⚖️ How California’s right of publicity law adds a second layer of legal risk

💼 What small businesses, parents, influencers, and brands need to know before posting

From school portraits and influencer campaigns to brand collaborations and TikTok videos, the digital world has blurred the lines between sharing and commercial use. One casual post can trigger copyright claims, takedown notices, or even lawsuits—especially if money or marketing is involved.

This episode breaks down intellectual property in plain English and explains why written licenses, clear agreements, and proactive planning are no longer optional in the age of social media.

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📖 Read more about IP Licensing in California