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Somewhere right now, a researcher is turning down a job she needs because of a clause she signed months ago. A chef watches his former partner open a restaurant across the street using their shared recipe. A software engineer sits in an interview, qualified and ready, only to be told, “We can’t hire you until next year.” None of them are statistics. Each is a consequence of a non-compete agreement,

Launching a startup usually begins with a creative idea, but its success doesn’t depend only on the quality of that idea or the team’s technical skill. Many young businesses face a range of legal challenges in their early years that, if ignored, can seriously hinder their growth. From disputes among co-founders to bringing investors on board, protecting confidential information, and structuring relationships with employees, these issues need attention from the

An investment contract is one of the most common instruments used to secure the capital needed by businesses and projects, whether to launch a new venture or to fund an already operating company’s expansion, equipment purchases, raw materials, or a new plan. Under this type of contract, one person or company places its capital at the disposal of another party to achieve a specific goal or carry out a defined

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of everyday business. Companies are using AI to review contracts, prepare reports, summarize documents, analyze data, and support routine tasks. But as AI becomes more accessible, one important question deserves more attention: What happens when confidential company information is entered into an AI tool? In this article, Karimi & Associates Law Firm is going to address the legal responsibilities of using AI tools in

Vesting agreements are among the most important contractual tools for managing equity ownership in startups, especially as a business grows beyond its early stages. Founders often divide ownership based on their expected contributions and mutual trust; however, questions concerning continued involvement, equity ownership, and the consequences of a founder or key employee leaving the company can become increasingly important over time. This is where the vesting agreement addresses these issues

In today’s global economy, businesses operate through increasingly complex supply chains that cross multiple jurisdictions and regulatory systems. While international trade creates significant commercial opportunities, it also exposes companies to a growing body of legal obligations that extend far beyond contract law. Among the most significant legal challenges are economic sanctions and export control regulations. These legal frameworks affect not only governments and multinational corporations but also manufacturers, suppliers, distributors,

International business has always involved legal and commercial risks. However, today’s global landscape presents a new category of challenges that extend far beyond traditional legal concerns. Geopolitical tensions, economic sanctions, trade restrictions, export controls, and shifting diplomatic relations have become key factors influencing cross-border transactions and investment decisions. As a result, the role of business lawyers has undergone a significant transformation. Rather than becoming involved only after a dispute arises

Performers’ rights are one of the most important areas of IP. However, it is not very well known in the Iranian legal system. Performers’ rights protect the rights of individuals who perform in an artwork, even if they are not the creators of the work. There is a mistaken view of the performers, and it is a failure to consider their rights, since they are not the direct creators of