Who owns the store?
Consolidation is bringing together companies by merger, partnering and strategic alliances. But relationships end. Avoid litigation by addressing break-up issues in formation documents.
Document which company will own software enhancements to software and customer lists after the breakup.
Ensure all work is performed by consultants under “work for hire” agreements.
Document who owns domain names, copyrights, patents, logos, servicemarks and trademarks.
Limit the scope of licenses. Term, geographic area and scope of media are critical to define. Broad license grants will hamper future business goals and relationships. A license of “digital rights” means on-line, CD ROM and any other digital methods invented in the future.
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