Legal Question in Business Law in Georgia

Hello! I attended a workshop for a company I freelance for. During this workshop, I came up with (and was praised for) many valuable ideas. *After* the workshop, the company offered to pay me for my time. I'm wondering if they offered to pay because if they pay me for my time, they can claim part ownership of my ideas. I'm just curious about this.

I have signed no contract, agreement, or paperwork or any kind with this company. Thanks for your help!


Asked on 2/05/15, 7:37 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Glenn M. Lyon, Esq. MacGREGOR LYON, LLC, Business Attorneys

Ideas are not legally protectable in and of themselves. Hence, if you disclose your idea to someone, they are generally free to use it absent a contract stating otherwise or possibly a fiduciary relationship.

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Answered on 2/05/15, 10:30 am


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