{"product_id":"event-law","title":"Event Law","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eThe Event Law course covers the legal aspects of planning and executing events. The curriculum is designed to educate you on key legal concepts, such as contracts, insurance, and liability, to ensure compliance and protect both the event planner and the client.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e240 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES2142\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of meeting, convention, and event planners is projected to grow 18% by 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations (5%). This growth is attributed to increased demand for events, including weddings, conferences, and other gatherings, as well as the need for organizations to comply with regulations and insurance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Event Law course is a legal guide for wedding and event professionals with everything you need to know to maintain your career and business, including licensing, trademarks, contract negotiations, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Event Law course is ideal for individuals who want to learn about the legal requirements and obligations of planning and executing events. The course covers essential legal concepts such as contracts (how to draft and negotiate with vendors and clients) and insurance (policies and liability issues). It also provides practical guidance on navigating these issues, including laws and regulations that govern events, such as health and safety regulations, and how to ensure compliance with these requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the basic legal concepts and requirements for planning and executing events\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop skills to draft and negotiate contracts with vendors and clients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain knowledge of insurance policies and liability issues related to event planning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to navigate the legal landscape of event planning, including health and safety regulations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eObtain strategies to mitigate legal risks and protect both the event planner and the client\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to ensure legal compliance, which reduces the risk of lawsuits and other legal issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImproved negotiation skills that can result in better contracts and business relationships\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of insurance policies and liability issues that can prevent financial losses and reputational damage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence in navigating legal issues that may arise during the planning and execution of an event\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive advantage in the job market as a result of specialized knowledge and skills in the legal aspects of event planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting Your Own Business \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting Your Own Business\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSole Proprietorships, Partnerships, LLCs, \u0026amp; Corporations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Basics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiability Concerns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSimple Tax\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative Hypothetical\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDIY or Lawyer Up?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInsurance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoosing a Brand Name \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoosing a Brand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLegal Names\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrade Names\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCustomer Confusion and Fictitious Business Names\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrade Names- LLCs and Corporations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase Study\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase Study- Choosing a Brand Name\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustry-Specific Licenses and Permits \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFederal Licenses and Permits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocal Licenses and Permits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther Considerations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase Study- Licenses and Permits Case Study\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntellectual Property - Trademarks \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrademarks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat is a Trademark?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrademark Basics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to Select a Legally Strong Brand Name, Logo or Slogan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative Rule 1: Not All Trademarks Are Created Equal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative Rule 2: Distinctive Marks Are Legally Strong Marks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative Rule 3: Weak Marks Receive Low-Level Protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative Rule 4: Legally Strong Marks Are Not Always Good For Business\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrademark Search\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFederal Registration of Your Brand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase Study- Trademarks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntellectual Property - Domain Names, Trade Secrets, \u0026amp; 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He also has expertise in small business and contract law, along with experience as a sports agent, sports reporter, and professional soccer player.\u003c\/p\u003e\nMr. Teague attended law school in New Orleans, where he holds a law degree from Tulane University and remains deeply interested and involved in the city.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Upon successfully completing the course final exam, you will earn the Event Law credential from Lovegevity University.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. 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Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. 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