Trademark 101

Trademarking the name of your business and the services and products it produces is important. Owning a federally registered trademark means no other company anywhere in the country gets to legally use your name – or even one close to it – to sell similar products or services. It protects your business and eliminates confusion […]
What to know about Virginia’s new consumer privacy law

Big news in privacy law: Last week, Virginia became the second state since California to pass a state consumer privacy bill into law. The legislation, known as the Consumer Data Protection Act, will allow Virginians to opt out of having their data collected and sold. The law, which is expected to take effect on Jan. […]
Authority Magazine Features Kate Kliebert in Five Things Every Business Needs To Know About Storing

In a Q&A with Authority Magazine, I share how I strive for work-life balance and relate to my clients as a fellow business owner. I also offer five things businesses need to know about storing and protecting customer information. Check it out! Facebook-f Linkedin Instagram Contact info@kliebertlaw.com Facebook-f Linkedin Instagram 2-Minute Fit Assessment The […]
Kate Kliebert Earns CIPM Designation

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‘Trademark my business name?’ And other questions clients ask when we first meet

I’ve been a business and privacy lawyer for going on 10 years. The questions clients ask when we first meet are important questions.
Thoughts on Gratitude … No. 1: Make It a Year-Round Practice

November is about gratitude. Yes, even this year and even during a global pandemic.
Especially this year and especially during a global pandemic.
What Would a Federal Consumer Privacy Law Mean for Companies? Nothing If They’re Paying Attention

A federal consumer privacy law has been on and off and back on the table for years now.
3 Reasons Your Business Should Hire Outside General Counsel

One of the best ways I serve my clients is by getting to know them and their companies. And I mean really getting to know them — so well that I anticipate their needs and am able to head off issues that might arise or risks they are unwittingly taking.
Work from Home FAQ’s: Tips for Managing a Remote Workforce During COVID-19

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we’ve heard, and some tips and tricks to keep your business running when going into the office isn’t an option.
Is Your Business Affected by COVID-19? Here Are Some Resources to Help

More and more resources are becoming available for small businesses as the true extent of the situation becomes known, but those resources are not always easy to find. Here is a list of some of the most promising resources currently available to local businesses.