Is it standard practice? Yes... But, it is always negotiable. I'm not even near Carmack (I'm actually a big slacker), but each time that I am given an offer, I

Is it standard practice? Yes... But, it is always negotiable. I'm not even near Carmack (I'm actually a big slacker), but each time that I am given an offer, I always negotiate IP rights. I have tons of ideas and have owned several LLCs and C-Corps. Likely, most of my IP is worthless, but I like to protect my IP anyway. In fact, there have only been two companies that have ever refused to negotiate these terms with me. And, interestingly enough, one of them sought me out so much that the CEO wined and dined me twice. But, even then, he still wouldn't budge. Oh, well - there are a lot of fish in the sea!