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 of non-disclosure agreements in Iowa, 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 known as a confidentiality agreement, serves to protect a company, organization, or individual's business secrets from being exposed, especially to competitors. These secrets can come in the form of new ideas, finances, software, or any other sensitive information. Many businesses have learned from experience that it is essential to keep things confidential, which is why NDAs are so common in today's workforce. In fact, about one-third of the US workforce is bound by an NDA. NDAs are commonly 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 typically involve information shared with contractors or employees. These are one-way agreements, meaning that one person, the receiving party, agrees not to share the information. On the other hand, mutual NDAs are less common and involve multiple people who may come together with an idea and need to share sensitive information among themselves. Now, let's discuss NDA laws specific to Iowa. Iowa has its own set of laws for NDAs. If someone violates a legal NDA in Iowa, the harmed party has up to three years after the misappropriation is discovered to bring action in court, and they could be entitled to significant damages. There are state limitations on what is considered a trade secret, but more detailed information on these laws can be found at the link below. So what should the NDA agreement include at a...
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