Copyright Act of 1976: Primary federal legislation (17 U.S.C. �� 101) defining 'work made for hire' including employee works and nine categories of specially commissioned works
FLSA Compliance: Fair Labor Standards Act requirements affecting employment classification and compensation terms
State Employment Laws: Varying state-specific requirements governing employment relationships and contractor classifications
IRS Guidelines: Federal guidelines for determining independent contractor versus employee classification
Copyright Ownership: Provisions regarding transfer and ownership of copyrights in works created under the agreement
Patent Rights: Considerations for inventions and patent rights that may arise from the work
Trade Secret Protection: Measures to protect confidential information and trade secrets shared during the work
State Contract Law: State-specific requirements for contract formation, consideration, and enforceability
California Work For Hire Laws: Specific requirements for work for hire agreements in California, which are typically stricter than federal standards
Agency Law: Legal principles governing the relationship between parties and scope of authority in work for hire arrangements
Work Product Definition: Clear specifications of deliverables and scope of work covered by the agreement
Compensation Terms: Payment amounts, schedules, and conditions for work performed
Ownership Rights: Explicit provisions for transfer of intellectual property rights and ownership of work product
Confidentiality Provisions: Terms governing the protection and non-disclosure of confidential information
Assignment Provisions: Terms regarding the ability to assign rights and obligations under the agreement
Warranties and Representations: Guarantees and statements made by parties regarding their rights and capabilities
Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and conditions for termination or modification
Dispute Resolution: Procedures and venues for resolving disagreements between parties
