> Ling SM singnet.com.sg> writes: > >>>>I signed an NDA and did some work for a client. The client has >>>>backed out of the project, and I feel I'd like to have a go at >> >>It is very difficult to "repudiate" an agreement/contract. The legal > > > I think that in this context, and in the light of what I wrote before, it is best > if the NDA is a part of the contract, and not separate. Then, invalidation of the > contract should also release the NDA. This obviously works for NDAs whose object > is the object of the contract, and not for previous IP/art. Only OP shall know, if it is not linked then it shall be opened for interpretation. If it is not a clear-cut win, it can become a messy, expensive and unproductive exercise. Even the end result is positive, the stress of the process may outweigh any benefits that may arise. At this state, if they are not linked, OP may still try to link them by writing (for record),rationalizing and acting as if they are linked on the basis of standard industrial practices (no legal basis here though). And see how the responses go. OP can also go on the offensive, one possible avenue is by stating the terms and compensation for the termination of the work, and at the same time still carrying on with the work he wants without breaking the NDA. But don't break the NDA until enough doubts are generated of its independent. And thereafter many reminders and recourses before breaking it. Disclosure: No legal training, but lost a few kg just going a process of repudiating an agreement. Cheerful Regards, Ling SM -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist