Gordon Firemark is an attorney whose practice is devoted to the representation of creative and business people  in the fields of theater, film, television, and new media. He is the producer and host of Entertainment Law Update Podcast and the author of The Podcast, Blog and New Media Producer’s Legal Survival Guide. In this episode, we get a great introduction to many legal issues faced by small business owners, includingNon-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Contracts - setting boundaries and expectationsAdvertising - implied endorsements vs. fair-useTrade secrets, patents, trademarks, and copyrightsInsurance - general liability, workers compensationRegistering an agent for DMCA takedown requestsWhen to DIY, and when to hire a professionalHow to find and interview your lawyerLinks and resources mentioned in this episodeGordon Firemark and Firemark.TVEntertainment Law Update PodcastNegotiate Anything CourseThe Podcast, Blog and New Media Producer’s Legal Survival GuideTheatre Producer AcademyLaw Podcasting