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What are common pitfalls in consulting agreements?
I am a business owner who is looking to hire a consultant to provide services for my company. I am currently in the process of drafting a consulting agreement and want to make sure I am aware of any potential pitfalls that could arise. I want to make sure that the agreement is fair to both parties and that all of our rights are properly protected.
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Darryl S.
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Ownership of any intellectual property is often an issue that gets negotiated. Also the Indemnity provision.
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