Pete Davidson’s NDA is Likely Unenforceable (But You Shouldn’t Sign it Anyway) (VL143)

When news broke of comedian Pete Davidson's purported $1M NDA requirement for guests attending his shows, it didn't take long for entertainment outlets to report (and make fun of) the story.

But was that the point?

And is such a contract enforceable in any event?

Come out to the coast, have a few laughs...in Virtual Legality.

#PeteDavidson #NDA #Damages

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Discussed in this episode:

"Pete Davidson fans say they had to sign $1 million NDA before comedy show"
Entertainment Weekly - December 1, 2019 - Rosy Cordero


"It'll cost you $1 million to tell us what happened at Pete Davidson's stand-up show"
AV Club - December 1, 2019 - Sam Barsanti


"I got an email today informing me that in order to see this show I have to sign a non disclosure agreement."
Facebook Post - November 27, 2019 - Stacy Young


"Confidentiality and NonDisclosure Agreement"


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