Work-for-Hire
A Work for Hire Agreement stipulates a situation where an employer hires, commissions or pays someone else such as a Consultant, author or Independent Contractors to create a product or "work" in exchange for the compensation agreed upon. A Employment Agreements vary widely depending upon the position, industry and other negotiations but most include the following:
- Terms of Employment
- Compensation and Benefit Package
- Expenses
- Non-Compete Agreement
- Non-Solicitation Agreement
- Intellectual Property Rights
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