Hi everyone!
First off..I just found this site after DAYS of browsing the web looking for info and help to get me on the right path to starting my new small business. Please oh please, I hope someone answers this thread, since you all seem like an intelligent bunch =P.
I know this has been answered off an on throughout several threads here, but I'm so lost after absorbing the info.
First question: If I buy wholesale t-shirts from companies like Gildan, Hanes, Anvil, and Jerzees...is it illegal to re-sell them with my own personal artwork on them?
Should I remove their tag, or do I even need to, unless I want to?
Do I need their permission to even do that?
What is the legal requirements of opening a small custom tee store online?
I have found it wise to register a name and trademark it, but did any of you business owners have to apply for a local fictitious name, or file with your state for a business registration?
I guess basically I want this: I want to start an e-business, working from home. What are the things ABSOLUTELY required to do so without being sued? =P
Do you need a lawyer to create all the "terms and agreements", or if I'm a smart lass, could I do it myself?
I just want to give people a chance to buy custom tee shirts, where they would normally just go into a place like old navy and wear someone elses stuff. Promoting individual creativity is pretty damn satisfying if you ask me...but I definately don't want to screw up any of the legal portions of exploring this type of business =P
Any help is appreciated...
~Melissa
By the way did I mention that I love you? It's true.
First off..I just found this site after DAYS of browsing the web looking for info and help to get me on the right path to starting my new small business. Please oh please, I hope someone answers this thread, since you all seem like an intelligent bunch =P.
I know this has been answered off an on throughout several threads here, but I'm so lost after absorbing the info.
First question: If I buy wholesale t-shirts from companies like Gildan, Hanes, Anvil, and Jerzees...is it illegal to re-sell them with my own personal artwork on them?
Should I remove their tag, or do I even need to, unless I want to?
Do I need their permission to even do that?
What is the legal requirements of opening a small custom tee store online?
I have found it wise to register a name and trademark it, but did any of you business owners have to apply for a local fictitious name, or file with your state for a business registration?
I guess basically I want this: I want to start an e-business, working from home. What are the things ABSOLUTELY required to do so without being sued? =P
Do you need a lawyer to create all the "terms and agreements", or if I'm a smart lass, could I do it myself?
I just want to give people a chance to buy custom tee shirts, where they would normally just go into a place like old navy and wear someone elses stuff. Promoting individual creativity is pretty damn satisfying if you ask me...but I definately don't want to screw up any of the legal portions of exploring this type of business =P
Any help is appreciated...
~Melissa
By the way did I mention that I love you? It's true.