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Dr. Shena Dixon Mason, Esq.

Join Shena Dixon Mason as she takes every emergency to the ER! eLegal Radio is a place to learn about the legal application to critical situations that impact your personal and professional lives. Visit www.AudioBookSchool.com to learn about the depth of experience and expertise that Shena delivers to you.

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00:01:16

Government Shutdown: Protect Your Business Now

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/21

The government shutdown is entering its third week—and your business is more vulnerable than you think. Federal disruptions are halting court proceedings, creating compliance nightmares, and cutting off essential services that keep businesses running.Find out which federal services your business secretly depends on, how to create an emergency contingency plan, and why waiting until the next shutdown could cost you everything. Plus: the cash reserve strategy that saved businesses during the longest

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00:01:09

Protect Your Business Without Breaking the Bank

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

One lawsuit could wipe out everything you've built. Most entrepreneurs think legal protection is too expensive—until they need it and don't have it.Find out which legal safeguards are non-negotiable for every business owner, regardless of size or budget. This episode covers the essential protections that cost pennies compared to what you'll lose without them, plus smart strategies to get professional-level security on a startup budget.Want to go deeper? Explore eLegal For Less, our

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00:01:06

Employment Law Basics: Hire and Fire Legally

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

One wrongful termination lawsuit can cost more than your annual payroll, yet most small business owners treat hiring and firing as casual decisions instead of legal processes.Employment law violations destroy businesses faster than bad products or poor marketing ever could.We navigate employment regulations that protect your business from costly lawsuits. Learn which interview questions are illegal versus permissible, how to document performance issues that justify termination, and the policies that

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00:01:09

Privacy Policies: Protect Data Without Lawyers

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

Data privacy laws are multiplying faster than most business owners can track, and ignorance isn't a legal defense when regulators come knocking. A single privacy violation can result in fines that exceed your annual revenue, making compliance essential for business survival.We decode privacy requirements that protect your business from costly violations. Learn which data collection practices trigger legal obligations, how to write privacy policies that actually comply with current laws, and the

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00:01:08

Trademark Protection: Secure Your Brand Identity

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

Your brand name is your business identity, but without trademark protection, you're building equity in something anyone can steal. Competitors can legally use similar names, confuse your customers, and force you to rebrand after years of building recognition and reputation.We navigate trademark law that protects your intellectual property without expensive legal fees. Learn when trademark registration is essential versus optional, how to conduct proper searches before choosing business names,

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00:01:06

Partnership Agreements: Prevent Business Divorces

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

Business partnerships fail more often than marriages, and for the same reason—people assume good intentions will overcome bad planning. When money gets tight or disagreements arise, even best friends can become bitter enemies without clear agreements defining roles, responsibilities, and exit strategies.We structure partnership agreements that preserve relationships while protecting interests. Learn what to negotiate before you need it, how to handle decision-making when partners disagree, and the

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00:01:13

Business Insurance: Shield Your Assets From Disaster

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/11

Insurance feels like throwing money away until the day you desperately need it. One lawsuit, natural disaster, or cyber attack can wipe out years of hard work if you're not properly protected, yet most business owners gamble with inadequate coverage to save a few dollars.We decode business insurance that actually protects without breaking your budget. Learn which coverage types are essential versus optional, how to calculate the right amount of protection for your specific risks, and the policy

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00:01:15

Employment Law Basics: Hire and Fire Legally

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

One wrongful termination lawsuit can bankrupt a small business faster than any market downturn. Employment law violations happen daily in businesses where owners think good intentions protect them from legal consequences—they don't.We navigate the employment regulations that keep you compliant and protected. Learn the documentation required before firing anyone, which interview questions are illegal and why, and how to create workplace policies that prevent discrimination claims while

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00:01:05

Contracts That Kill: Avoid These Fatal Mistakes

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

Signed a contract lately? You might have just signed your business's death warrant. Hidden clauses and innocent-looking terms are destroying entrepreneurs every single day—and most don't see it coming until it's too late.Learn which contract red flags to spot immediately, how to negotiate terms that actually protect you, and the simple review process that could save your entire business from catastrophic legal disasters.Want to go deeper? Explore eLegal For Less, our companion booklet

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00:01:05

Data Privacy Laws: Protect Customer Information

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

Every business collects customer data, but most have no idea they're violating privacy laws that carry massive fines. One data breach or privacy violation can destroy your reputation and drain your bank account faster than any lawsuit.We decode the privacy regulations that apply to your business and the protection strategies that keep you compliant. Learn what customer information requires special handling, how to create privacy policies that actually protect you, and the data security measures

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00:01:09

Why Smart Entrepreneurs Are Getting Sued Daily

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

Success makes you a target. The bigger your business grows, the bigger the bullseye on your back becomes. One overlooked legal detail could wipe out years of hard work in a single lawsuit.Find out which common business practices are actually legal landmines, how to bulletproof your operations before trouble strikes, and the affordable protection strategies that keep attorneys at bay while you scale.Want to go deeper? Explore eLegal For Less, our companion booklet now available on Amazon. It's

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00:01:10

Partnership Agreements: Avoid Costly Business Divorces

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

Business partnerships fail more often than marriages, and the financial devastation is usually worse. Handshake deals and verbal agreements feel friendly until money gets involved—then they become expensive lessons in why everything needs to be in writing.We examine the partnership pitfalls that destroy businesses and friendships simultaneously. Learn what every partnership agreement must include, how to plan for disagreements before they happen, and the exit strategies that protect everyone when

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00:01:12

Employment Law: Hiring Without Legal Landmines

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/09

One wrong question in an interview can cost you thousands in discrimination lawsuits. Employment law is a minefield where good intentions create legal disasters, and most small business owners are walking blindfolded through the danger zone.We navigate the employment regulations that protect your business while you build your team. Learn what you can and cannot ask candidates, how to document performance issues legally, and the hiring practices that prevent wrongful termination claims before they

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00:01:13

Business Insurance: What Coverage You Actually Need

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/07

Insurance agents love selling you policies you'll never use while skipping the coverage that could save your business. Most entrepreneurs are either over-insured for the wrong things or dangerously under-protected where it matters most.We cut through insurance industry confusion to reveal what protection your business actually needs. Learn which policies are essential versus optional, how to avoid coverage gaps that create liability nightmares, and the cost-effective strategies that maximize

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00:01:15

Contract Loopholes That Cost You Everything

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/07

That standard contract template you downloaded? It's full of gaps that savvy clients exploit to avoid payment, cancel services, or demand refunds you never agreed to give. One missing clause can turn a profitable deal into a financial nightmare.We expose the most dangerous contract loopholes that leave businesses vulnerable and broke. Learn which clauses protect your payment, how to prevent scope creep disasters, and the specific language that makes contracts legally bulletproof without hiring

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00:01:13

Data Privacy Laws: Compliance Made Simple

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/07

Collecting customer emails without proper consent just became a lawsuit waiting to happen. Privacy laws aren't just for tech giants anymore—small businesses are getting hit with massive fines for violations they didn't even know existed.We decode the privacy regulations that could bankrupt your business overnight. Learn which data collection practices are now illegal, how to create compliant consent processes, and the simple steps that protect you from privacy law penalties.Want to go

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00:01:04

Intellectual Property Theft: Protect Your Ideas

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/07

Your brilliant idea just showed up in someone else's product launch. They took your concept, improved the execution, and now they're making millions while you're left wondering what just happened. Idea theft is more common than you think.We break down the real-world strategies for protecting your intellectual property before it walks out the door. Learn what you can actually trademark, copyright, and patent, plus the affordable steps that create legal barriers around your

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00:01:07

Employee vs Contractor: The $100K Tax Trap

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/07

Misclassifying workers isn't just a paperwork error—it's a business-ending mistake that triggers massive penalties, back taxes, and legal nightmares. The IRS is cracking down harder than ever, and small businesses are paying the price.We dive into the classification rules that could save or sink your business. Learn the specific tests the IRS uses, the documentation that protects you, and how to structure working relationships that benefit everyone while staying compliant.Want to go deeper

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00:01:36

Partnership Agreements: Avoid the $50K Mistake

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/06

Starting a business with friends or family feels natural until money gets involved. Then that handshake deal becomes a nightmare that destroys relationships and bankrupts businesses faster than any competitor ever could.We break down the partnership disasters that cost entrepreneurs everything and the essential agreements that prevent them. Learn what to include, what to avoid, and how to structure deals that protect both the business and the friendship.Want to go deeper? Explore eLegal For Less,

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00:01:05

Trademark Wars: Protect Your Brand or Lose It

eLegal Radio ·

2025/10/06

Someone just filed a trademark application for YOUR business name. Now what? Brand theft is happening faster than ever, and most entrepreneurs don't realize their 'unique' name is already taken until it's too late.We dive deep into:Trademark basics that could save your business identity.Learn when to file, what actually qualifies for protection,The affordable steps to secure your brand before competitors swoop in.Want to go deeper? Explore eLegal For Less, our companion booklet now

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