COVID-19 Partnerships Without Formal Contracts Pose Risks, From Potential Liability To IP Issues
Executive Summary
Companies are racing to co-develop coronavirus treatments before finalizing deal teams. These team-ups raise questions about what happens after the pandemic subsides.
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