Unsolicited Idea Response and Agreement
Overview of this form
The Unsolicited Idea Response and Agreement is a legal document used by companies to manage and respond to unsolicited ideas or proposals from individuals. This form requires the submitter to agree to certain conditions before the company will review their idea. This ensures that the company is protected from potential legal claims and establishes that all submitted ideas will be treated on a non-confidential basis. Unlike other forms related to idea submissions, this document explicitly outlines the terms of consideration and the lack of confidentiality in the evaluation process.
What’s included in this form
- Acknowledgment of receipt of the submitted idea or proposal.
- Instructions for the submitter to sign the enclosed authorization agreement.
- Clauses outlining the non-confidential nature of the idea submission.
- Details regarding the company's right to evaluate and possibly contest the validity of submitted ideas.
- Statement on the company's obligation (or lack thereof) to provide feedback or reasons for decisions regarding ideas submitted.
When to use this document
This form should be used when a company receives unsolicited ideas or proposals from individuals. It is particularly important in scenarios where a business wants to ensure a clear understanding of the legal implications before reviewing submitted material. If a company has a policy that all idea submissions must be evaluated under specific conditions, this form helps formalize that process.
Intended users of this form
- Businesses or organizations receiving unsolicited ideas or proposals.
- Companies that want to protect themselves from potential legal claims regarding idea submissions.
- Professionals in management or legal departments tasked with reviewing external submissions.
- Individuals submitting ideas to companies seeking acknowledgment of their submissions.
Steps to complete this form
- Begin by filling in the date on the letter where indicated.
- Ensure the recipientâs details are accurately noted at the beginning of the letter.
- Read and understand the enclosed authorization agreement thoroughly.
- Sign and date the agreement, indicating your acceptance of the terms.
- Return both the letter and the signed agreement to the company for their review process.
Does this document require notarization?
Notarization is not commonly needed for this form. However, certain documents or local rules may make it necessary. Our notarization service, powered by Notarize, allows you to finalize it securely online anytime, day or night.
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Common mistakes
- Failing to sign the authorization agreement, which may delay the review process.
- Not reading the terms carefully, leading to misunderstandings about confidentiality.
- Submitting materials without completing the required forms first.
- Assuming that submitting an idea guarantees compensation or a review.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenient access to the form can speed up the submission and review process.
- The form can easily be downloaded and customized to fit specific needs.
- Reliability of using a template drafted by licensed attorneys ensures legal compliance.
- Reduced risk of errors with a guided structure for completing the form.
Legal use & context
- Establishes that ideas submitted are reviewed on a non-confidential basis.
- Clarifies that the company retains the right to contest any associated patents.
- Details limitations on the company's liability regarding the review of submissions.
- Important for maintaining proper legal boundaries in idea submissions.
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FAQ
Either just send your feedback to Apple, develop your own company or approach some other company to develop your idea, or just drop it. Apple will not listen to you.
If you want to send us feedback, we request that you use the forms located at www.apple.com/feedback, where you can choose from the many listed areas for your feedback.
A: A: Apple do not accept unsolicited ideas.
An unsolicited idea is an idea that is transmitted to an organization without any request or encouragement by the organization. For example, an email from a member of the public to a toy company with a business idea a new toy concept, character, slogan or ad campaign that was not requested by the company.
The bad news is that Apple does not accept any ideas. They officially declare it in their Unsolicited Idea Submission Policy and ask not to submit any proposals, materials or works to Apple's employees or contractors.
If you want to send us feedback, we request that you use the forms located at www.apple.com/feedback, where you can choose from the many listed areas for your feedback.
In any case, the point remains: Apple does not accept unsolicited ideas. You are free to submit feedback to them, but they will not pay you or even credit you in any way for any such suggestions. If you have an idea for which you hope to get monetary compensation, you will have to develop that idea yourself.
Apple and its employees and contractors do not accept, review or consider any unsolicited ideas, works, materials, proposals, suggestions, artwork, content or the like, including for advertising campaigns, promotions, products, services, technologies, product enhancements, processes, marketing strategies, product names
Step 1 Submit the idea. Using our idea submission form, send us your idea along with any drawings or concepts. Step 2 We review it. Step 3 We prototype & design. Step 4 Decide on the packaging. Step 5 We show it to our buyers. Step 6 You receive a commission on sales.
