Understanding Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreements
46mGeneral2023-04-12
Authors

Dana Robinson
Founding Partner of TechLaw

EverCourse
Learning Content for Professional Development and Personal Growth
Course details
Confidentiality agreements, also referred to as non-disclosure agreements or NDAs, are so common that we can take them for granted. For many professionals, the confidentiality agreement is a daily tool, and understanding how these agreements work is important. In this course, Professor Dana Robinson brings his expertise as a seasoned lawyer who has drafted hundreds of confidentiality agreements. Dana has also been a business owner and an executive, and he approaches this course with the non-lawyer in mind. Go over the basic types and structure of most confidentiality agreements, then find out where you should focus your attention in reviewing a NDA. Get practical examples of NDA hot spots. Plus, explore situations in which you should take the NDA to a lawyer.
Skills covered
HR AdministrationHuman ResourcesOne-Off
Concepts
Introduction
- Overview
Can You Sign This NDA - What Is a Nondisclosure or Confidentiality Agreement
- What is trade secret law
- The basics of nondisclosure or confidentiality agreements
- One-way vs. mutual
- Additions - Solicitation, competition, and IP developed
The Structure of Most Confidentiality Agreements
- Understanding the preamble of a contract including contract recitals
- The main body of the contract
- The miscellaneous provisions
Reviewing the Confidentiality Agreement - Where Should You Focus
- Define the confidential information
- Identify exceptions
- Understanding confidentiality agreements - Term and termination
- What are miscellaneous contract provisions and do they matter
Examples for Each NDA Hot Spot
- Sample of a real confidentiality agreement
Should You Take the NDA to a Lawyer
- Yes, but hire a lawyer first
- Is DIY an option
- When a confidentiality agreement clearly needs an attorney's attention
Conclusion
- Conclusion