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General Sales Agent Contracts For US Businesses
Appointing an outside sales agent can help you grow faster. Here's what to cover in your US sales...

Website Terms Of Service For Online Businesses
Launching or updating your website terms? Here is what US online businesses should cover for accounts, content, payments,...

Cancellation Clauses In US Contracts: What To Include
Drafting cancellation terms? Here is how to cover notice periods, fees, refunds, work in progress and survival clauses...

Who Owns IP In Your Business Contracts?
Hiring a contractor, agency or developer? Your contract should clearly say who owns the deliverables, source files, background...

Do You Need A Brand Collaboration Contract?
Sponsored content works best when everyone is clear from the start. Here's how creators and brands can set...

What Is A Choice Of Law Clause In A US Contract?
A choice of law clause can affect which state rules apply to your contract. Here's how to read...

Vendor Agreement Checklist For US Businesses
Engaging a supplier or service provider? Here's what to include in your vendor agreement so delivery, payment, IP,...

Memorandum Of Contract: What To Know Before You Sign
Asked to sign a contract memo? Here's how to tell whether it may bind your business, what terms...

Fully Executed Contract: What It Means In The US
Signed the contract but not sure the deal is final? Here is what a fully executed contract means...

When Should You Send A Cease And Desist Letter?
Thinking about sending a cease and desist letter? Here's when it makes sense, what to include, and when...

What Is A Confidentiality Agreement In The US?
Sharing sensitive information is part of doing business. A well-drafted confidentiality agreement helps you protect trade secrets, customer...

Novation Agreement Guide For US Businesses
Moving a contract to a new party is not always just an assignment. Here is how US businesses...

What Is Indemnification In US Business Contracts?
Indemnification clauses can quietly shift major financial risk in your business contracts. Here's what to check before you...

What Should A Business Sale Agreement Cover?
Buying or selling a small business? Here is what your business sale agreement should cover so the assets,...

Exclusivity Agreements In Business Contracts
Exclusive rights can help you secure commitment, pricing and growth. They can also lock your business into the...

Assignment Vs Novation: Which Transfer Fits In The US?
Transferring a customer, vendor or service contract? Here's when assignment may be enough, when novation is safer and...

Copyright Assignment Agreement: US Business Guide
Paying a contractor does not always mean your business owns the copyright. Here is when you need a...

Trademark Assignment Vs License In The US
Selling your brand is very different from letting someone use it. Here is how trademark assignments and licenses...

Legal Checklist For Selling Digital Products
Selling digital downloads is easier when your terms are clear. Here is how to protect your content, set...

Affiliate Agreement Vs Referral Agreement
Setting up a partner program? Here is how to choose between affiliate terms and a referral agreement, with...

What Contracts Does A Beauty Product Brand Need?
Building a beauty brand means working with labs, suppliers, retailers and creators. Here are the key contracts that...

Do I Need A Copyright Notice On My Website?
A copyright notice is not legally required for US website content, but it can still help protect your...

How To Protect Trade Secrets In Your Business
Your recipes, customer lists, pricing, processes and code can be valuable assets. Here's how to protect trade secrets...

Who Owns Copyright In Commissioned Work?
Paid a contractor or agency to create work for your business? Here's when you own the copyright, when...
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