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SALEHPOUR LEGAL
ATTORNEY FOR BUSINESSES, STARTUPS, AND INDIVIDUALS
| Contracts | Tech Transactions | M&A | Intellectual Property | Data Privacy | AI | SaaS/Software | Open Source




Who REALLY Owns AI-Generated Content? What Businesses Must Know
Using AI tools like ChatGPT to create content? Don’t assume you own it outright. In this video, I break down the legal realities around AI-generated content ownership, the hidden intellectual property risks, and why your business needs a proactive legal strategy to avoid costly mistakes. Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or product leader, understanding these issues is critical as AI becomes part of your workflow. Video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQjQ7c


The #1 #AI Mistake Companies Make — and How to Avoid It
Excited to kick off this new video series on AI + Law! In this first clip, I share the #1 mistake I see companies make when using tools like ChatGPT — and what you should be doing instead to protect your data and stay compliant: Video available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xgeneGUhPE. We’ll be releasing more short-form content on legal, policy, and compliance topics to help businesses use AI responsibly and strategically. Stay tuned! Videos and content are for e


805 Startups Office Hours
I’m thrilled to be joining 805 Startups as a mentor for office hours on 12/10, where I’ll be answering questions and offering insights...


Building Trust with Transparent Data Privacy Practices
Data privacy is more than just compliance—it’s a way to build customer trust. With privacy concerns rising, here are some practical tips...


Legal Insights: Copyright and AI Training Data
A recent development in the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence highlights a key challenge facing creators,...


Quick Tip: Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Service Agreements
When working with customers, clarity in service agreements can make all the difference. One area that’s often overlooked by businesses - clear payment terms. Quick tip: Outline specific payment schedules, milestones, and late payment consequences in every agreement. This protects your cash flow and helps avoid misunderstandings later. Even a short contract should include these details to ensure both sides are on the same page from the start. Video available here: https://ww


👻 The Frightening Truth About IP Ownership: Don’t Let It Haunt Your Startup!
Happy Halloween! I want to share a common legal horror story in the startup world—one that has haunted many founders and their businesses - intellectual property ownership! You might think that if you paid for someone to create your software, product, or brand assets, you automatically own them. Unfortunately, this can turn into a nightmare if IP ownership isn’t properly addressed from the start. Once common IP horror scenario I see is the freelancer/vendor trap. You hire a


Industry Insight: Navigating Data Privacy in the SaaS and AI Landscape
With data privacy laws evolving rapidly worldwide, SaaS and AI companies face increasing challenges in ensuring compliance across...


Clarity in Business Agreements
Wrapping up a week of conversations around the importance of clarity in business agreements, from customer contracts to oral deals. ...


Oral Contracts Can Be a Costly Mistake for Your Business
In a recent webinar, I shared a case study from a former client that highlights the dangers of relying on oral contracts. In this situation, a business operated for 10 years with a contractor based solely on an oral agreement. When the company hit a rough patch, the contractor left, taking intellectual property with them. Fast forward 1.5 years, the business turned things around and started generating millions in revenue. That’s when the contractor came back, claiming they we
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