The Contract Intelligence Blog
Plain-English guides to understanding what you're actually signing.
Employment9 min read
7 Red Flags in Employment Contracts That Most People Miss
From overly broad IP assignment clauses to unilateral modification rights — the clauses that could cost you before you ever start working.
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Contract Basics8 min read
What Is an Indemnification Clause — And Why It Could Destroy You
Plain-English breakdown of indemnification clauses, how they work, and when they cross the line from standard to dangerous.
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Non-Competes10 min read
Non-Compete Clauses Explained: What You're Actually Agreeing To
The enforceability questions, state-by-state variations, and scope language that makes a non-compete binding vs. toothless.
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Freelancers11 min read
The Freelancer's Contract Checklist: 12 Things to Verify Before Signing
A practical clause-by-clause checklist for freelancers reviewing client MSAs, SOWs, and independent contractor agreements.
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IP Rights9 min read
Spotting Hidden IP Assignment Clauses That Steal Your Work
How broad IP assignment language quietly transfers ownership of your ideas, side projects, and creative output to your employer or client.
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