Other than a non-disclosure agreement, is there another way to prevent someone else from using the idea (especially when it's an internet startup idea and does not involve a physical product or invention)? Rujul wrote: I'm planning on starting a new business with my friend, and was wondering how I can protect my idea. Good luck. MORE >>

Services – All new businesses need legal documents drawn up that deal with things like entity formation, raising seed round capital, creating a convertible debt note, non-disclosure agreements for outsiders, trademarks, and sometimes, patent applications. Why pay that when DIY options abound? MORE >>

If you require a non-disclosure agreement for me to simply even hear your idea, I’m going to walk away unless you’re a Steve Jobs or Bill Gates type of figure. won’t want to put my other projects at risk by signing a binding legal agreement for something that I don’t have an idea what it’s about. MORE >>

Make sure to get the right non-disclosure agreements in place early on and have them reviewed by your attorneys. As an entrepreneur, your partnership with BigCo might be the most important thing your company has going right now. Chances are BigCo doesn't see it that way. “Large companies need help with creative solutions. MORE >>

few quick exercises can help you develop the right content for a complete selling memo, along with advice for how to distribute the information to prospective buyers and why and how to obtain confidentiality agreements beforehand. Statement of seller's willingness to sign a non-compete agreement. Step 1. See Step 2.) Step 2. MORE >>