What is a work-for-hire agreement?

A work-for-hire agreement is a type of legal agreement in North Carolina that establishes a business relationship between a contractor and a client for a particular project. Under such an agreement, the contractor agrees to create a work (or works) for the client in exchange for payment or other compensation. In most cases, the contractor gives up all rights to the work, including copyright and other intellectual property rights, to the client. The client then owns the work exclusively and has complete control over how it is used, reproduced, or modified. In some cases, the contractor may be given some degree of ownership in the work, but typically the client retains exclusive ownership and control. It is important for both parties to take care when drafting the agreement to ensure that the rights of each party are fully protected.

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