Protecting Your Business from Trade Secret Theft

In today's competitive business environment, your company's confidential information and trade secrets may be its most valuable assets. Protecting them requires proactive measures and swift action when breaches occur.

What Qualifies as a Trade Secret?

Under the Defend Trade Secrets Act, a trade secret is information that:

This can include formulas, patterns, compilations, programs, devices, methods, techniques, or processes.

Protective Measures

Employment Agreements

Physical and Digital Security

Documentation

When Theft Occurs

If you suspect trade secret misappropriation:

1. Preserve all evidence

2. Document the suspected breach

3. Consult with litigation counsel immediately

4. Consider seeking a temporary restraining order

Available Remedies

The law provides robust remedies for trade secret theft:

Contact Us

Hamilton & Pierce has extensive experience protecting clients' trade secrets and pursuing those who steal them. Contact us for a confidential consultation.