Legal Question in Intellectual Property in California

Website idea

Hi there, suppose I have an idea for a website that I don't want someone to steal, but yet I need to reveal it to certain folks that I'll need to help me make it a reality. How do I keep someone from stealing that idea?


Asked on 8/28/07, 10:12 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Website idea

Use a good non-disclosure and non-compete agreement. Don't tell a soul about your idea without this agreement or you will very likely lose this opportunity.

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Answered on 8/28/07, 10:35 am
Charles Williamson Charles J. Williamson, Attorney At Law

Re: Website idea

Typical manner of protecting your ideas is to use a non-disclosure agreement. The more protection desired, the more strict the agreement. You can find samples of NDA's on the web.

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Answered on 8/28/07, 10:41 am
Brian Kinder The Kinder Law Group

Re: Website idea

My colleagues are correct that an NDA is a good idea. However, if the website idea or concept can be tied to a name, then you should also consider filing an Intent-to-Use trademark or service mark application to tie up the rights to the name. If you would like assistance, please contact me.

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Answered on 8/28/07, 12:36 pm


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