We’re here to protect your rights when your trade secrets are compromised.
Protecting intellectual property and trade secrets is vital to a company’s success. Partnering with a legal team skilled in trade secret litigation ensures your assets remain secure.
Trade secret litigation revolves around protecting a company’s or individual’s most sensitive technical, financial, or business information—its “trade secrets.” For instance, Coca-Cola’s formula has remained a closely guarded trade secret for over a century. Cases often arise when former employees disclose proprietary information to new employers, often competitors, or when companies in a joint venture misuse confidential information shared under non-disclosure agreements. In today’s digital world, trade secret theft increasingly occurs through cyberattacks on network systems.
The greatest challenge for trade secret owners is maintaining confidentiality. Once sensitive information is publicly disclosed, it may lose its value as a trade secret, rendering any damages awarded in litigation inadequate. Immediate action is crucial when theft is suspected. This may involve seeking temporary restraining orders or preliminary injunctions to prevent further exposure. Courts can appoint forensic examiners to assess the extent of theft, forming the foundation for further legal action to recover and protect the trade secrets.
For accused misappropriators or employers of such individuals, conducting a thorough internal investigation with forensic experts is essential. This process helps gather evidence, establish defenses, and address potential exposure to both civil liability and criminal charges under laws like the Economic Espionage Act and the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. A strong defense requires experienced legal counsel adept at navigating both civil and criminal proceedings.
Trade secret litigation often hinges on whether the information qualifies for protection, whether it was misappropriated, and whether damages resulted from the theft. To qualify, owners must demonstrate reasonable steps to safeguard their trade secrets, such as enforcing non-disclosure agreements and restricting access. Expert witnesses frequently play a critical role in assessing whether the information is a trade secret, determining how it was stolen, and calculating damages.
With extensive technical knowledge and a talent for simplifying complex issues, Five Continent Tip offers unmatched expertise in managing and winning trade secret cases. We are committed to protecting your most valuable assets and securing favorable outcomes.
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Our attorneys conduct a thorough prior art search to evaluate whether your invention qualifies for patent protection. If not, we’ll refund you fully or conduct another search at no extra cost.
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Our US attorneys will craft your patent application to meet your company’s needs and file it with the USPTO once approved. After filing, your invention can be labeled as “patent pending.”
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