In message <[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] writes: ... Yep, however the situation over here is somewhat different. Every employer in this industry has this as an mandatory point in its contract. Including signing over rights to Patents and such. There is no getting away from it unless to accept a government position. Of course, there is usually some room to bargain, as witnessed by my presence. But then, I happen to be a lawyer myself... -- Jerry van Dijk | Leiden, Holland -- Consultant | Team Ada -- Ordina Finance | [log in to unmask]