It’s probably everyone’s worst business fear: getting a nastygram from a lawyer letting you know you’re being sued. You probably don’t even want to think about it. But wait! Instead of burying that fear deep down, here are the exact steps to take so that, if the worst does happen, you’ll know exactly what to do. I’m even going to give you some preventative tips as well. Doesn’t that feel better? Let’s get through this!

In this episode, you'll hear…

1. 01:52 - Why it’s important to know what to do if you get sued
2. 03:44 - The importance of taking timely action
3. 06:24 - Misconceptions about getting sued
4. 12:06 - How to respond when you get notified
5. 15:19 - Reaching out to your business insurance
6. 16:58 - Providing relevant information to your attorney
7. 17:38 - What to do if you don’t have business insurance
8. 18:48 - How to prevent getting sued in the first place

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Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Episode 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
2. Episode 7. The First 3 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business (Where to Start!)
3. Episode 4. The 5 Most Dangerous Legal Myths I See Online
4. Pre-Qualify Before They Buy Email Templates
5. Asana
6. Watch my YouTube video on "What to Do If You Get Sued"
7. Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!

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