Richard Stim, Attorney

Stim specializes in small business, copyright, patents, and trademark issues at Nolo. He practices law in San Francisco and has represented photographers, software developers, crafts people, publishers, musicians, and toy designers. He is the author of many books, including Whoops I'm in Business, Music Law, and Profit From Your Idea. Stim also produces audiobooks, and performs and records with two bands, MX-80 and angel corpus christi.

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Trade Secrets and NDAs
What Are Some Secrets of Profitable Licensing Deals?
Greenwashing and False Advertising
What Licenses and Permits are Needed to Start a New Business?
Dirty, Dangerous, and Banned Books
eBay Rules, Frauds, and Disputes
How Do Songs Earn Money?
Blogs, Websites & Podcasts: When Do You Need Permission?
Fair Use & Copyright

Products by Richard Stim, Attorney:

eBay Business Start-Up Kit With 100s of Live Links to All the Information & Tools You Need

Getting Permission: How to License & Clear Copyrighted Materials Online & Off

How to Do Business Outside Your State

License & Merchandise Creative Art

Market Your Invention

Music Law: How to Run Your Band's Business

Nolo's Patents for Beginners

Nondisclosure Agreement for Inventors

Patent Pending in 24 Hours

Patent, Copyright & Trademark: An Intellectual Property Desk Reference

Patenting Art & Entertainment: New Strategies for Protecting Creative Ideas

Profit From Your Idea: How to Make Smart Licensing Deals

Protect Your Artwork

Retire Happy: What You Can Do NOW to Guarantee a Great Retirement

Wow! I'm in Business: A Crash Course in Business Basics