True" non-disclosure agreements, or NDAs for short, are legally binding documents that require people to keep certain information to themselves. In this video, we'll cover the requirements for non-disclosure agreements in North Carolina, what to include, and where to get a state-specific template. First, let's delve into a little more detail about NDAs in general. An NDA, also called a confidentiality agreement, helps protect a company, organization, or individual's business secrets from being disclosed to the public and especially to competitors. These secrets can include new ideas, financial information, software, and other sensitive details. Many businesses have learned the importance of keeping things confidential, which is why NDAs are so common in today's workforce. In fact, about a third of the US workforce is bound by an NDA. NDAs are typically used for employees, subcontractors, potential investors, and anyone else who gains access to sensitive information. There are two types of NDAs. Unilateral NDAs are more common and usually involve information shared with contractors or employees. They are one-way agreements, where the receiving party agrees not to share the information. Mutual NDAs are less common and involve multiple parties who need to share sensitive information with each other. Now, let's focus on NDA laws specific to North Carolina. The state has its own set of laws regarding NDAs. If someone violates a legal NDA in North Carolina, the harmed party has up to three years to bring legal action in court after the misappropriation is discovered. They may be entitled to significant damages. North Carolina also has limitations on what is considered a trade secret, and you can find more information on the specific laws at the link below. So, what should be included in an NDA agreement? At a minimum, the agreement should include the names of the parties and their relationship, the...
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