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I'm not a lawyer, but I guess if someone is serious about developing a business, they could have developers they hire sign NDAs/non-competes and whatever other documents could give them legal recourse if someone pulls a Facebook.

The thing that happened with uConnect, I assume is that it was a very informal, spoken relationship, which gave Zuckerberg the ability to do his own thing.

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We were thinking of hiring off-shore developers. Our concern is that even if we make them sign NDA's and an employment contract, it will be difficult and costly to enforce and to gain back any payments for damages, if they break the contract.

dont hire offshore. if you're considering hiring offshore because of the cost, the simple truth (which is backed up by studies on the topic) is that you get what you pay for. you'd be better off trying to find someone here who will work for you, possibly for equity if your budget is tight.

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