What is Intellectual Property Assignment?

Risk: High. Read the scope carefully. California limits blanket IP assignments.

Definition

Transfers ownership of intellectual property you create to the other party. Blanket IP assignment clauses in employment and freelance contracts can claim ownership of everything you create, including personal projects and work done outside business hours.

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